Medieval Calligraphy: Its History and Technique (Lettering, Calligraphy, Typography)
by Marc Drogin
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Author: Marc DroginEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1989-11-01
ISBN: 0486261425
Number of pages: 224
Publisher: Dover Publications
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Book Review: Medieval Calligraphy; Its history and technique
Summary: 5 Stars
Medieval Calligraphy; Its history and technique, is a comprehensive book on the whys and wherefores of Medieval Calligraphy.
It covers the development of different scripts and letterings. It gives a bit of background on each script, how it was used and when it was used. It then gives details of each letter and some variations as well as how to form the letter.
As well as the focus on calligraphy itself this book puts scripts into context. It gives individuals the tools to use the scripts to complete a project with a medieval tone and flavour. It talks about page layouts, how to alter scripts for capitals, additions of ligatures and numbers. The book also covers materials that can be used to produce a completed piece that looks very close to medieval without going to all the bother of making the inks and other items yourself- although this too is covered.
This book is fantastic for anyone with a serious interest in calligraphy in the middle ages.
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Summary of Medieval Calligraphy: Its History and Technique (Lettering, Calligraphy, Typography)
Spirited history and comprehensive instruction manual covers 13 important writing styles (ca. 4th century thru 15th). Fascinating facts about Roman Rustic, Uncial, Carolingian Minuscule, Early Gothic, 8 other styles; all examples beautifully photographed. Detailed directions for duplicating medieval techniques with modern tools. 232 illustrations.
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