The Elements of Typographic Style by Robert Bringhurst
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Book Reviews of The Elements of Typographic Style
Book Review: DESIGN STUDENT: YOU WANT THIS BOOK
Summary: 5 Stars
Buy it up, no matter what the price. It is well worth having in your own possession, as I have many ticks and notes scribbled in its pages. I had basic typo. training in my second year as a design major, but this was the book that made it all come together for me. The point of this book is -style- and not simply the history and terminology of type (though both are peppered throughout the book). What I have found especially useful were the sections regarding punctuation and the chapter entitled 'Shaping the Page'. It is not a dry read, as we are talking about a book written by a beloved poet as well as book designer.
To put it into perspective, if my appartment suddenly caught on fire, this is one of the first items I'd grab. This is coming from a 21yr old student and not a seasoned professional, but to push this fire buisness, this text has lit the 'spark' of typography within me.
Book Review: Classic foundational text in typography
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm a type geek -- for which I make neither excuse nor apology. And while your garden variety Barnes and Noble or Borders will have plenty books on typography (and more on calligraphy), this is a must-have for the serious type nerds out there. Bringhurst's book is an elegant example of all he writes about typography -- it's a pleasure to read the text itself precisely because of its beautiful design (in a paperback!) and typography.
Be careful, though -- exposure to this is likely to significantly decrease your ability to tolerate the millions of poorly designed and typeset books out there. Bringhurst gets remarkably technical in areas (and I still don't understand his comparison between design proportions and musical scales), but this book is absolutely critical for any designer.
Book Review: Typographer's Bible
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the definitive work on typography. If this is the only book you buy on the subject, it will serve you well. When an update comes along, buy it, too. You can't be a serious publisher, writer or graphic artist without thoroughly digesting the entire volume. Don't buy another font until you read this. You can't possibly go wrong with this book. It's beautifully illustrated (to a typographer, at least!), and the writing is outstanding. Who knew someone could wax so poetic over a typeface and it's proper use? Enjoying good typography in your graphics work is like having good manners. It just looks beautiful when you do it right, and you look like an uncouth slob if you neglect it. This is a must-have book for anyone that wants to know the rules of using the printed word correctly.Book Review: Generating Passion for Typography
Summary: 5 Stars
My friends give me a hard time becuase they have found me on more than one occasion reading this book at weird times. I read it in the bathroom. I read it instead of working on papers for my elective classes. This book stimulates me to design and create. It ignited and continues to kindle the passion for design and typography that burns inside me. If you've read Strunk and White's Elements of Style (for grammar) and enjoyed it, and are a designer then this book is for you. One of the best references I have. The author's passion for typography is clear, and it has inspired my passion as well.
The only down side is the serious and heavy attitude. You really have to know about what you are reading. This certainly is for the serious and knowledgable designer.
Book Review: Perfect for typography students
Summary: 5 Stars
I've been interested in typography for as long as I've been interested in design, but I struggled with some of the terminology, definitions, what to do where and how to do it. I've read countless books on it, hoping to glean some sort of insight into the magic of the typographic page. And then my lecturer recommended this book.
It's wonderful - easy and entertaining to read, Bringhurst offers suggestions rather than commandments. Each time he does so it is explained clearly and thoroughly.
I highly recommend this book to all typography students, to those who love type but just don't where to start, and to those who have years of experience with type: this book will be worth your while.