Graphic languages : a visual guide to the world's writing systems / Oliver Häusle (ed.)

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Häusle, Oliver, editor, designer.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Graphic design (Typography).

Printing.

Writing systems.

Physical Description:

464 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Karlsruhe, Germany : Slanted Publishers, 2025.

Summary:

"Graphic Languages is an impressive visual journey through the world's most influential writing systems--edited by Oliver Häusle in collaboration with leading international type designers and type experts. The focus is on the unique DNA of each typeface: its distinctive forms, its cultural significance and its inexhaustible power as a cornerstone of human communication. With its focus on design, the publication is both an inspiring introduction to the diversity of global writing systems and a comprehensive handbook for designers, from students to experienced professionals."-- Provided by the publisher.

Notes:

title and responsibility statement from spine.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 452-459)..

ISBN:

9783948440886

3948440883

OCLC:

1531974655

Publisher Number:

90102767372