· First published in 1971, used universally ever since · Access to lessons from distinguished typographers around the world through Web site: designingwithtype.com · "An excellent and useful introduction to the subject."--Milton Glaser
New information and new images make this perennial best-seller an even more valuable tool for anyone interested in learning about typography.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
A graphic design teachers resource:
James Craig's book "Designing with Type" and companion website proved to be a valuable resource to me this past semester. I have been developing a sequence of graphic design classes moving from "Intro" through "4" level. "Designing with Type" helped me structure the "GD 1" level around typography in a way that both addressed valuable typographic history and allowed for creative opportunities to begin a portfolio. My students were engaged and inspired by the great selection of student work available both in... more info
Great Reference:
I bought this as a required textbook, but know I will use it over and over again. Great reference for anyone interested in typeface and how to use different fonts.
Great Book for the Price!!:
For the price, you couldn't ask for a better introduction to typography. This book looks and feel great! It is well designed-very clear and straightforward. It is well written, give numerous helpful examples and tips and guides you through the information using pictures. I've read a good amount of type books and this one stands out as being one of the most helpful books on the subject.
Designing with Type:
This is a great book for learning how to use typography in design. Anyone who is in any design field should look into this book, it will increase you abilities as a designer.
