John Baskerville: Type Founder and Printer, 1706-1775 (1914)

By Josiah Henry Benton

Book Overview

John Baskerville: Type Founder And Printer, 1706-1775 is a book written by Josiah Henry Benton and published in 1914. The book is a biography of John Baskerville, a prominent type founder and printer who lived in England during the 18th century. The book covers Baskerville's life and career, including his early years as a writing master and engraver, his work as a printer and type founder, and his artistic and intellectual pursuits. It also explores Baskerville's innovations in typography and printing, including his development of a new typeface and his use of high-quality paper and ink. The book includes illustrations of Baskerville's work, as well as a detailed bibliography of his publications. Overall, John Baskerville: Type Founder And Printer, 1706-1775 is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most influential figures in the history of printing and typography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166935418
• ISBN13: 9781166935412
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"