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Title:
The Uses of Italic
A Primer of Information Regarding the Origin and Uses of Italic Letters
Series Title: Typographic technical series for apprentices, pt. VI, no. 38
Note: Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Uses of Italic" by Frederick W. Hamilton is a technical publication written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1918. This primer focuses on the historical context and practical applications of italic type in printing. It serves as a guide to understanding how italic lettering has evolved and its specific uses within typography and composition. In this book, Hamilton provides a comprehensive overview of italic types, tracing their origins and the development of their design over time. He outlines various rules for their effective use, which include emphasizing words, distinguishing titles, and enhancing the visual appeal in printed materials. Furthermore, the book emphasizes moderation in italic usage to maintain readability and avoid visual clutter. It includes examples and review questions, making it a valuable resource for apprentices in the printing trade, as well as for anyone interested in the intricacies of typographic design and composition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hamilton, Frederick W. (Frederick William), 1860-1940
EBook No.: 24829
Published: Mar 14, 2008
Downloads: 99
Language: English
Subject: Printing -- Style manuals
Subject: Italic type
LoCC: Bibliography, Library science
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Uses of Italic
A Primer of Information Regarding the Origin and Uses of Italic Letters
Series Title: Typographic technical series for apprentices, pt. VI, no. 38
Note: Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Jana Srna and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Uses of Italic" by Frederick W. Hamilton is a technical publication written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1918. This primer focuses on the historical context and practical applications of italic type in printing. It serves as a guide to understanding how italic lettering has evolved and its specific uses within typography and composition. In this book, Hamilton provides a comprehensive overview of italic types, tracing their origins and the development of their design over time. He outlines various rules for their effective use, which include emphasizing words, distinguishing titles, and enhancing the visual appeal in printed materials. Furthermore, the book emphasizes moderation in italic usage to maintain readability and avoid visual clutter. It includes examples and review questions, making it a valuable resource for apprentices in the printing trade, as well as for anyone interested in the intricacies of typographic design and composition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hamilton, Frederick W. (Frederick William), 1860-1940
EBook No.: 24829
Published: Mar 14, 2008
Downloads: 99
Language: English
Subject: Printing -- Style manuals
Subject: Italic type
LoCC: Bibliography, Library science
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.