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Merriam Webster offers a clear definition of typography. Explore the term through visiting this resource. Aside from learning the definition of typography, users can also explore the history of the word itself. One interesting feature of Merriam Webster online is the feature, "recent examples from the web." Webpages are featured where the term of interest appeared recently. This is a fun discovery tool, but it should be noted that these results are auto-generated and are not vetted for credibility.
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The American Institute of Graphic Arts' page on typography offers a clear definition of the practice. The resource also links to other relevant articles on the historical and contemporary uses of typography. This resource offers diverse perspectives and interesting case studies related to particular periods, fonts, and design strategies. This resource links to additional articles and an archive of talks related to typography. The American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) is a professional association of designers founded in 1914 in New York City. It has since grown its membership to more than 15000 members in the United States.
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Typographic Design: Form and Communication by Rob Carter, Ben Day, and Philip B. Meggs is a comprehensive textbook which covers the history and principles of typography, making it suitable for students and anyone looking for an in-depth understanding of the subject. This book offers specific examples to explain the development of typography through history and its more contemporary applications. It is important to note that though this is a quality text, it was published in 1993, so some of the information is incomplete and does not cover the past three decades. Locate a copy near you via WorldCat.
