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Name: On book design
Author: Richard Hendel

On Book Design brings together Richard Hendel, a celebrated book designer, and eight other designers from both sides of the Atlantic. They share insights into the creative process behind trade and scholarly publishing, illustrating how each designer tackles visual presentation, typography, and layout to enhance readability and aesthetic appeal. The volume offers numerous examples that demonstrate effective strategies for translating text into compelling book formats.

First publish date: 1998

Genre: Arts & Culture/Graphic Design

Authors: Richard Hendel

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