Bill Gray

Tips on Type

Revised by Paul Shaw

A concise introduction to the time-honored fundamentals of typography and the digital revolution.

Some things never change: the anatomy of type, type classification, the principles of layout and legibility of the printed page. Other aspects of typography have been revolutionized by the computer and the rise of desktop publishing. This handy guide provides a rundown of the history of type, traditional usage, and the changes wrought by the widespread practice of typesetting by nonprofessionals.

Bill Gray worked for Norcross and ran a freelance graphic design business. Paul Shaw is a graphic designer who teaches calligraphy. He lives in New York City.