Letters & Lettering: A Treatise with 200 Examples

A thorough visual handbook for anyone who works with type, this treatise gathers two hundred carefully selected letterforms into a single, handy reference. It spans the full spectrum of alphabetic design—from the crisp, proportioned Roman capitals of antiquity to the ornate scripts of the Italian and German Renaissance, and even modern adaptations that echo those historic models. Each example is presented with clear, clean illustrations that let the reader see both the individual glyph and its natural flow within words.

Beyond pure aesthetics, the book emphasizes practical application. Detailed plates show how letters are carved in stone, incised on marble, or rendered in print, complete with measurements and compositional tips. Contributions from contemporary artists and master‑printers enrich the collection, offering real‑world insight into how classic forms can be integrated into today’s design projects. Whether you’re a typographer, graphic artist, or craftsperson, the volume serves as an indispensable guide to choosing and shaping letters with confidence.