New Perspectives in Typography

Love the book, and the way it was handled/shipped. Came on time at the quality level anticipated.

“New Perspectives in Typography” is a beautifully diverse and refreshingly current collection of the best typography-focused design from international design firms, foundries, publications and everything in between. The title pretty much captures the contents of the book compiled by A2/SW/HK’s Scott Williams and Henrik Kubel. (In addition, the cover design that wraps around the entire softcover book is just as beautifully considered, as are the contents within!) Starting with an in-depth historical review by typophile Paul Shaw, and followed by exploratory essays of the future of typography, artistic perspectives and communications (with Introduction by Rick Poynor), this book succeeds on so many levels. It is a broad collection of all sides of typography, from simple minimal brand design to experimental graphic interpretations. It is a pictorial documentation of how diverse typographic language and media can be expressed, and it is a selection of short bios & case studies from designers who happily break down convention and rebuild type communications. It is also encouraging evidence that typography—whether it be existing fonts or custom type—is growing vibrantly, ever-changing, accessible, and inspiring to all designers past, present and future. This book is a welcome addition to the usual typography textbooks and recommended reading from seasoned design educators.

A beast of a book and one to savour when you have a rare hour or two to yourself. As the title makes clear, there are lots of perspectives and an admirable diversity in thinking for the reader to consider - there genuinely will be ‘something for everyone’ with this book. Thankfully the book itself has not succumbed to the temptation to go too wild with its own typography and layout, which is very welcome as this forms a ‘reference’ volume for me.

Pretty interesting book, great design and rich typography work.

Lovely book, beautifully designed with inspiring content.

Great variety

The book came in soiled condition with some food stains on its cover. I have spent an hour to remove those stains. I’m giving a 5 star for the content of the book not for delivery.