The Reed Field Guide to New Zealand Wildlife

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Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's Spain features gorgeous color photos of the cities, villages, and countryside vistas that make a trip to Spain magical. We'll show you the best of the big cities: Madrid, with its tapas bars, nonstop nightlife, and the world-class Prado Museum; Barcelona, with Gaudí's wild modernist architecture, the astounding Picasso Museum, and the colorful street life of La Rambla; and Seville, from its monumental Gothic cathedral to the locals' favorite flamenco clubs. We'll take you into the countryside, where you can stay in historic paradors, tour the best sherry wineries in Andalusia, retrace the steps of Christian pilgrims in Galicia, and follow the careers of visionary artists like Salvador Dalí (in Cadaques) and El Greco (in charming, romantic Toledo). And we'll guide you to the country's best beaches, from the islands of Majorca and Ibiza to the mega-resorts along the Costa del Sol. Frommer's makes it easy to explore Spain as an independent traveler, always knowing that you have good advice, complete information, and helpful maps at your fingertips. It's all done with the trademark Frommer's attention to style, accuracy, and detail. Also included are an in-depth guide to Spain's art and architecture, as well as all the latest trip-planning advice on everything from bargain airfares to rail passes.

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You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go -- they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us! Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's Spain features gorgeous color photos of the cities, villages, and countryside vistas that make a trip to Spain magical. We'll show you the best of the big cities: Madrid, with its tapas bars, nonstop nightlife, and the world-class Prado Museum; Barcelona, with Gaudi's wild modernist architecture, the astounding Picasso Museum, and the colorful street life of La Rambla; and Seville, from its monumental Gothic cathedral to the locals' favorite flamenco clubs. We'll take you into the countryside, where you can stay in historic paradors, tour the best sherry wineries in Andalusia, retrace the steps of Christian pilgrims in Galicia, and follow the careers of visionary artists like Salvador Dali (in Cadaques) and El Greco (in charming, romantic Toledo). And we'll guide you to the country's best beaches, from the islands of Majorca and Ibiza to the mega-resorts along the Costa del Sol. Frommer's makes it easy to explore Spain as an independent traveler, always knowing that you have good advice, complete information, and helpful maps at your fingertips. It's all done with the trademark Frommer's attention to style, accuracy, and detail. Also included are an in-depth guide to Spain's art and architecture, as well as all the latest trip-planning advice on everything from bargain airfares to rail passes.

Customer Reviews:

shoddy book, full of outdated information.......2007-02-19

The date on the latest edition says 2007, but this book is completely out of date.

I took a quick look at the Madrid chapter and immediately found the following:

(a) The subway map is old (p. 98); line 8 from the airport started running to Nuevos Ministerios a long time ago but this is not shown.

(b) On pg. 94 it is claimed that there are airport buses to Plaza de Colon. They used to go there, but since Feb. 2005 (two Frommer editions ago!) they terminate at Avenida de America.

(c) On pg. 41 there is the wacky claim "There is a very favorable exchange rate in Spain when you pay in US dollars". The exchange rate for euros isn't any different in Spain than anywhere else, and it isn't "favorable" at all. When do you think this sentence was written?

(d) There's an article about internet access away from home. That's useful and modern, right? Well, it recommends hotspots operated by T-Mobile "at more than 1000 Starbucks coffee shops nationwide". The 'nation' they're talking about is the USA!

As I said, I got this during a quick browse; this is not a complete list of the weirdness in this shoddy little book.

Just.... Blah.......2007-02-10

I've been to Spain several times, and until now I've been using the Lonely Planet 2003 Spain guide. On my upcoming trip there in May I thought I might update and perhaps complement my old guide by getting a 2007 edition
from another publisher. So, I picked up the Frommer's 2007 and started reading it in depth when I got home. Well, it's just not that good. The layout is very annoying and they barely list any hotels that aren't expensive. Also, they leave alot of tidbits out that the lonely planet has. (Like the chapter on Toledo for example, says nothing about the mass migration of the population to high rises around the city. Lonely Planet mentions things of this nature. Many of the Lonely Planet chapters usually make mention of a negative aspect of a certain area, which every good book should have.)

Not to mention the maps in the frommer's are basically nonexistent. Nothing more than a faraway street map with only the main roads filled in. The map of sevilla for example, only lists a couple major arteries and the names of plazas. For a city as confusing as sevilla, this isn't a big help. Good thing I already know my way around. To conclude, I'd say that Frommer's is just missing that one essential aspect: Soul. The book has no soul. No opinions, no diversity, no explanations of seedy happenings or places to stay away of because of certain things. Just no soul or passion and terrrrrrrrrible maps.

Buy the 2005 version and save some money.......2006-03-23

I just got back from Spain a few days ago, having used the 2006 Frommer's Spain to plan our trip. None of the entries have been updated to reflect 2006 pricing for entry fees to museums, etc. The book has a small section in the front called "What's new in Spain" or something along those lines, but the rest of the book does not appear to have been updated for 2006. We ended up spending more than we had expected at almost every single place we visited on Frommer's advice due to the fact that the pricing was outdated. In hindsight, I would have saved some money and bought a used 2005 version. And FYI, most attractions have student discounts which knock up to half of the admission price off, so don't leave your student ID at home if you have one!

Thorough, Comprehensive and well-put together - excellent guide for Spain.......2006-01-10

Thorough, Comprehensive and well-put together.

From all the travel books out there on Spain this one is not a compilation of mere facts, photos, phone numbers and page-fillers.

What sets Frommer's apart is the information provided and the style in which is presented. You will find lodging options for various budgets, a list of most important sites to see and even suggested ways to spend time in a city if you have only 1 day or as much as 5 days, great places to eat and great places to splurge if you can stretch your dollar. Be aware that this is not a book for the ones on a shoestring budget. Frommer provides a good introduction to Spain without being overloading you with mass amounts of information or pictures, a truly well-balanced book.

When I backpacked 4 months through Europe I had a copy of the Lonely Planet for Europe (a thick and heavy book) because it covered more cities and esoteric towns, a ripped chapters of all the international youth hostals Europe of the countries I visited, and as primary guide for nominal cities and capitals I used Frommers (ripped the book and kept only chapters of countries planning to visit - so I can keep the weight down).

The New 2006 Frommers Review.......2005-12-19

Note: This is for anyone contemplating purchasing the new 2006 travel guide of Spain by Frommers. Don't waste your money. Although I have purchased over 30 Frommers books in the past and enjoyed each one, the Spain book was awful. In Madrid, the book lists 20 or so "Top Attractions" (which is customary for Frommers). However, try to read about these attractions (e.g. what they are, hours of operation, etc.) and you can only find about half of them in the book. How do you know if it is worth treking across town for something that has no description?

In addition, some attractions in Barcelona are not correct on the map (literally they are across town from where Frommers puts them). I ended up stopping in bookstores and reading Eye Witness in order to see what I was missing.

Save your money. I am also sending a complaint directly to Frommers as well. For the rest of the reviews (prior to mine) on this page, note that they are for other Frommers Spain versions (not the 2006 book).

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An alphabetical collection of Gullah words and phrases that offer tips on pronunciation. The guide is a valuable tool for students and researchers wanting to learn more about the Gullah language.
A study of the only English-derived Creole language in use on the United States mainland, and the unique linguistic contribution of the African-American people to our American heritage. Developing from the blending of the African tribal languages spoken by slaves and the various Creoles and languages spoken in the New World, Gullah attained Creole status during the mid seventeen hundreds, and was learned and used by the second generation of slaves as their mother tongue.

Customer Reviews:

Gullah for You : A dictionary.......2006-08-17

This is a very good dictionary for anyone who is interested in the Gullah people & their language. I heard about the Gullah people from my Aunt who works for the Wycliffe Bible Translators. Since I live in the Carolinas and I'm very interested in other languages I thought I might need a dictionary to help with some of the harder pronunciations in all the Gullah books that I've purchased.
This book has helped a great deal since it has the phonic pronunciations for each word.
I do think that they should have put the word "dictionary" in the title so everyone would know before they purchased the book so that is the only reason I didn't give the book 5 stars.

could have more.......2003-06-23

Its a dictionary, not a guide; some examples would help

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Finely detailed, meticulously rendered illustrations (each in 2 handy sizes) of hunters stalking, aiming, firing, etc. Fishermen are shown in boats, on shore, in streams and more. Also, variety of wildlife, hunting weapons, other paraphernalia. Professional-quality art for ads, brochures, catalogs, etc. 192 black-and-white illus.

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Decidedly humorous and remarkably resourceful, family counselor and unabashed pet enthusiast Norm Wright delights in paralleling the adorable similarities in raising a puppy and rearing a child. Anyone thinking of getting a puppy, starting a family, or wishing to maintain a sense of control over an existing family will discover a wealth of enjoyable parenting tips and techniques.

Customer Reviews:

Dog trainer's point of view.......2005-07-24

One of my clients sent me this book, and I enjoyed every word and picture. I have been a dog trainer for over 20 years, and it is very true that children and puupies are a lot alike for the first couple of years. When I had a client with well behaved children, I knew the puppy would be easy to train. When the children were brats, the puppy usually was too.

A delightful book!.......2003-05-13

I bought this as a gift for friends who had just gotten a lab puppy. Very cute book and makes a great gift.

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Affordable, Enjoyable, Usable

NOT a collectors reference

Notable for What is MISSING as for What it Contains

Very enjoyable.

Excellent compilation

The Fountain Pen: A Collector's Companion
Alexander Crum Ewing
Manufacturer: Running Press Book Publishers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

General | Antiques & Collectibles | Home & Garden | Subjects | Books
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ASIN: 0762400080

Customer Reviews:

Affordable, Enjoyable, Usable.......2000-10-12

Reviews I had read about this book turned me away from it until I browsed a copy in a local pen shop. The format appealed to me, and the photographs are quite good. As mentioned ealier, the price guide truly is very limited, but it at least gives a vague idea of what you're dealing with.

It's treatment of manufacturers attracted me. The layout is easy to read and understand. It's a handy reference for a new collector, though I'm sure an advanced collector would be disappointed.

Compared to many other references, it should also be noted that this book is very affordable.

I do not regret adding this volume to my library.

NOT a collectors reference.......2000-02-03

Although it's a nice little book with lots of lovely pictures, this is not a useful reference for collectors. It gives some nice background on several (but by no means all) well-known manufacturers, and lists some of their current offerings. But as far as a rundown on many more models, don't look here. Pricing is extremely vague--more like movie ratings, with one to five stars showing the range of prices for current models. The index is terrible--hardly anything there, the table of contents lists only the major sections of the book, not each subdivision of individual manufacturers, and there are no useful running headers or footers to help you know what section you're in when flipping through the book. The pocket size is deceptive in that it really isn't a pocket reference. More of a mini coffee table book. Buy it if you already own a decent reference and like the idea of having a little book with pretty pictures in it.

Notable for What is MISSING as for What it Contains.......2000-01-05

This book has very nice pictures of many types of present and historic pens. The background info on fountain pens through the last few centuries was interesting, if somewhat light.

Its real strength was in the 2 to 5 page vignettes on various manufacturers and marketers active today. Each company which is listed is shown by a list of models in production, where the factory is (or factories are), and where in the world they distribute. The legend for "price range" is little off, though, reflecting list price rather than street prices.

The problem, though, is notably how much is left out. While the author never indicates that he planned on a complete or all inclusive guide, there are whole manufacturers left out; and whole models made by some manufacturers left off of the list. That, and when the list of "sources" is provided at the end, I had to wonder why those particular sources were listed and many major distributors were omitted.

I would rather have skipped the pages of brands which are just remarketers of styles which are made by other manufacturers (who were already listed elsewhere in the book - indicated by a "see page x" cross reference), and had a more complete rendering of current types.

Very enjoyable........1999-11-09

A wonderful book for people who love fountain pens, but aren't obsessed with collecting them. It's also an excellent guide to shopping for inexpensive copies of luxury-class pens. I've already found two gorgeous cheapos that are great performers.

Excellent compilation.......1999-10-06

This is an excellent compilation of the main pen makers, and includes the pen story. I think this is a "must" for those who like pens. By the way, I received a SUPER service in Amazon. I recomend strongly Amazon.

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A pocket-sized book that serves as a reminder of the many surprising facts about the medicinal and environmental value of cannabis sativa.

The hemp revolution is happening, despite the efforts of politicians and law-enforcement agencies to stop it. Medical marijuana initiatives on the ballots in California and Arizona passed with overwhelming support. All around the globe this miracle plant is creating industries for food, fuel, clothing, housing, and paper that are beneficial to both humanity and the environment. Designed to fit into the back pocket of your hemp jeans, The Hemp Manifesto offers 101 ways that hemp is making a positive impact on society, and explains why in brief summaries simple enough for even congressional representatives to understand. Included are all the most surprising facts about the plant--how the Declaration of Independence was written on hemp paper; how the U.S. government grows marijuana and supplies it to eight people free of charge; how hemp seeds are the most complete source of protein and essential fatty acids known in the vegetable kingdom; and many more. The Hemp Manifesto gives the people their most important weapon in the fight for a healthy future: the truth.

Small and affordable--a perfect small gift.

Wars of disinformation are still being waged against this useful plant and its industries, and the real facts can be difficult to find. The Hemp Manifesto prints the simple truth.

Customer Reviews:

The Hemp Manifesto: 101 Ways that Hemp Can Save Our World.......2007-06-28

This book is very informative. It made me want to start my own farm to help save the planet. :)

Sweet little book.......2007-03-13

My husband discreetely enjoyed this book while on airplanes. It's a nice pocket size.

Small in size, great in importance.......2006-09-21

There's really not that much to say about The Hemp Manifesto, except that it's very straight-forward, small, easy to use, and filled to the brim with facts that not everyone know about.

But everyone SHOULD know about these facts.

That a small plant that a) has been used by the human race for thousands and thousands of years and b) most likely is one of the most useful plants ever to grow on this planet still is illegal in most places in the world must be one of the greatest mysteries of our time. Yes, I know, if you smoke too many joints your life will make take a turn to the worse, but it's not as simple as that. Hemp and marijuana belong to the same species, Cannabis sativa, but while the latter will make you stoned the former will not. But this is not, unfortunately, common knowledge.

The debate over legalization is extremely complex, and has no place in this review. One thing is for certain though, and that's the fact that the world without a doubt would benefit greatly from an increased use of hemp, and The Hemp Manifesto shouldn't have any problems convincing people about this.

It's a small book, "designed to fit into the back pocket of a pair of hemp jeans, and the only negative thing I can think of is how the text sometimes feels a little too short and concise. But if you're looking for quick and easy information about all the good things hemp has to offer, then The Hemp Manifesto is a useful book to own.

Gem of a Book.......2002-06-20

Sometimes it is only through the pithy insights of a pocket book or manifesto that the world can fully understand an issue. Such is certainly the case with this Cannabis Sativa, as most of the American people - especially the DEA - seem to have trouble understanding the practical value of industrial hemp _and_ the spiritual and medicinal value of its psychoactive sister, Marijuana. I say America, because the rest of the Western World is already catching on (hemp is being grown in Canada in and all over Europe now), whereas China, Japan, and many other eastern countries never forgotten this miracle crop. Yes, miracle crop. Hemp can be put to just about any use: It can be made into wood, paper, clothing, fiberglass, canvas, twine, rope, soap, shampoo, cosmetics, oils, paints, inks, putty, and coatings. It is also perhaps the most important food crop, as it stands supreme as the planet's single most nutritious source of protein and essential fatty acids. It can even be made into auto fuel!! (Visit Colorado's Rocky Mountain Institute's website for information on this long-known property of many carbohydrates.) Moreover, hemp treads much lighter on the planet, as it usually does not require pesticides or herbicides (indeed, it is used as natural herbicide); and its fast-growing roots and self-mulching leaves can even rejuvenate undernourished and eroding soils. In effect, by converting to hemp paper and woods products instead of felling old growth and dwindling indigenous rain forests, and furthermore by using hemp to retain soil composition in areas were erosion is advancing (hemp can grow just about anywhere), we could begin to restore declining ecosystems. Without understatement, hemp could lend a much-needed hand in saving the planet. This book was a real eye-opener. In terms of price, expediency and insight you can't go wrong.

found it enlightening.......2001-09-22

This book opened my eyes to a lot of the uses for hemp that I did not know about. The title is a bit misleading, though. Some of the supposed 101 ways hemp can save the world are not really that, but actually tidbits of interesting trivia about the foolishness of the war on drugs. One of the entries talks about how the Reagan administration sprayed some chemical on a section of forest because there was hemp growing there. I wouldn't really consider that as one of the ways hemp can save the world. Entry #101 doesn't even say anything, it just says "You tell us. Have you thought of another way that Hemp can save the world?" So actually a more accurate sub-title would be "90 ways that Hemp can save the world". But it's a good book to have nonetheless. A very easy read to give to people who may not be familiar with the issue of pot legalization.

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This book is great! 0 Stars for Amazon though... Consider Yourself Warned!

bad for business

Resource for graphic artists and web designers--wonderful

Indie Fonts

Indie Fonts Brings Unseen Type to the Masses

Indie Fonts 2: A Compendium of Digital Type from Independent Foundries

Manufacturer: Rockport Publishers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1592531245

Book Description

If you seem like your hunger for new fonts is insatiable, then Indie Fonts 2 is the book for you. It is the second installment in Rockport's Indie Fonts series and brings you even more fonts to choose from. Don't settle for ordinary fonts when you can capture your reader's attention with an original font that hasn't been become overused and boring.

Indie Fonts 2 includes more than 1600 diverse fonts from 19 of today's hottest digital type foundries and features the best work of these designers. This comprehensive collection helps designers do their jobs even better by providing some of the highest quality fonts available today.

The type styles range from the best of Matthew Carter's classic designs to the latest irreverence of ingoFonts. Designers searching for unique typefaces will find what they are looking for, whether historical revivals or futuristic techno faces.

Customer Reviews:

This book is great! 0 Stars for Amazon though... Consider Yourself Warned!.......2006-01-29

I bought this book from Amazon thinking that I'd have better luck than the Oct. 2005 shopper... Boy was I wrong! Not only is the book all broken in/cover torn & scratched... the CD IS MISSING!!! That's part of the reason I bought this book. I purchased this book "brand new" from Amazon (triple-checked my receipt to confirm).

The book itself is great, but please do yourself a favor and DO NOT buy this book from Amazon--you'll be thoroughly disappointed.

bad for business.......2005-10-18

this item was described as brand new in plastic wrap, which is why i purchased it as a gift for a friend. not only was this item CLEARLY used, it was falling apart. the book was shipped to me with a broken spine, the paper sover had marks all over it and there was NO plastic wrap protecting the item. i am very upset with the service i received, and will NOT be shopping with amazon again!

Resource for graphic artists and web designers--wonderful.......2005-10-02

This is an unusual volume; you get a book with 408 pages of various resources, organized by font foundry. You can sample the work of each foundry and get an idea of their product line.

Best of all, the front of the book has in index in alphabetical order showing each font. So you can locate a font you like and then look it up for additional information.

You can also find the AIGA's guide to the Use of Fonts, important for understanding copyright in using fonts in your work.

The bonus CD has 33 fully-licensed fonts. Not all of them are unique--you can find some of these gratis on the web, but the collection is handy for those who can't get enough fonts. I only found a few of these really worth having.

American Spirit
Charaille
Lovesick
Nightmare
Scrawm
Sunspots
Transponder
Fridayluck
Patching Compound
Snipple
Schnookems
Black Widow
Sparkly (Fontdiner.com, a fave of mine)
Loungy (also fontdiner.com)
Bowl-o-rama
Eric sans and sans italic
Sinsation
P22 typewrites
Cusp Three Opp
PRR Sinel
Faceplate sans A and C gauge
Atomic Suck
Stunner Leather Jackts
Screwtop regular and negative
TX Manifesto
Cyphor7
Strenuous 3D

My faves are of course from fontdiner.com--the best retro fonts out there, I think.

Indie Fonts.......2003-01-02

Wow! "Indie Fonts" is indeed a quality book both in the information it provides and the workmanship afforded in the making of the book itself. Few publishers take pride in making such a quality product as this...like the bookbinders of yesteryear. You can see the workmanship as soon as you lay eyes on it. You can feel the wokmanship the moment you pick it up. A work of Art! Highly recommended. Enjoy!

Indie Fonts Brings Unseen Type to the Masses.......2002-12-19

The book's hardback permanence and $$$ ($$$ from Chank, that scoundrel) list price make it more of a reference than a catalog. Bound in stunning red cloth, Indie Fonts' exterior brings to mind the solid albums of ATF and Linotype. With class and substance, this volume lends credence to each firm it represents.

Up front is a style index with a one-line showing for each font and page number referring to the corresponding full specimen.

Generally well-planned specimen pages organized in foundry sections make up the bulk of the content. Each foundry created its own section page with a company bio and ordering information. Each shop also designed its own specimens based on Grieshaber's templates, resulting in showings of slightly varying quality. On the whole, the type is given ample room for full character sets, although things get a bit tight for foundries with more fonts to show. Text faces are often shown in paragraph form with a tiny column measure. It would be nice to see how they perform in more extensive settings. The font name, designer and year of design are listed in the sidebar. Some foundries opted to include notes on the font's use or origin in this margin and those specimens are better for it.

Trailing the foundry sections is a glossary, a reading list, and a handy character reference chart. Also included is the AIGA's guide to the Use of Fonts which covers some font copyright and ethical use concepts misunderstood by most designers. A simple index of font names and designers rounds out the book.

Tucked into the inside back cover is a CD of 33 "Bonus Fonts" which are fully licensed for immediate use. Some are true commercial goodies and add value to the book, others are available for free elsewhere, and a few are pure poop.

Not Seen on TV

Any collection of independent typography is subject to a wide variety of style and quality. In no other book can one find the classic work of regal Matthew Carter directly followed by the irreverant fonts of Chank. Indie Fonts proudly hails both the king and the court jester. But the unexpected is what makes the volume so valuable. Much of this type has never been used by a magazine or multi-national corporation. These are fonts not seen on TV. These are mass-culture virgins. To a designer struggling to make an impact in a world over-saturated with the same old look, this stuff is gold.

Most of the typefaces in Indie Fonts were already unveiled by their respective foundries in those previously mentioned corners of the web, but there are a few that will be new, even to surfing typoholics. Fresh Fountain fonts made their debut in Indie Fonts before the redesigned web site went live. Peter Bilak's multi-descendered Fedra Serif (still in preview form at Typotheque) is displayed beautifully in one of the more thorough specimens of the book. Without a website or distributor, much of Matthew Carter's Carter & Cone library (Fenway, Big Figgins, ITC Galliard CC, Ionic #1, Sammy Roman, and Wilson Greek) is on display here for the first time, as far as I know. And It's a relief to see all of the Test Pilot Collective in one accessible place, their website still repelling hopeful visitors after years of being AWOL.

Worth a Spot on the Shelf

Indie Fonts isn't quite on par with the master of all specimen books, FontShop's FontBook. But it's more of a companion to the catalogs of the large distributors than it is a replacement. In the end, those who rely only on the big boys are overlooking a valuable set of typefaces - many of which are effectively set into motion by this very worthy tool.

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Digital Type (Motif Design)
Stephen Knapp , and Rockport Publishing
Manufacturer: Rockport Publishers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Typography | Graphic Design | Design & Decorative Arts | Arts & Photography | Subjects | Books
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ASIN: 1564962598

Book Description

The newest addition in the Motif Design series, Digital Type features over one hundred examples of cutting-edge type from all realms of the graphic design world. In each of these designs, the creators have altered the base font with illustration, font-manipulation, or image-editing software, making the characters essential design elements, not just text. This volume features exciting type design used in magazines, newspapers, brochures, advertisements, posters, annual reports, promotional materials, and much more. A valuable reference for all who use type to get their message across.

Digital Calligraphy: How to Create Perfect Lettering from Your Desktop

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Digital Calligraphy: How to Create Perfect Lettering from Your Desktop
George Thomson
Manufacturer: Watson-Guptill
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0823012972

Emotional Digital: A Sourcebook of Contemporary Typographics

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Extremely useful resource
excellent

Emotional Digital: A Sourcebook of Contemporary Typographics
Sybille Schlaich
Manufacturer: Thames & Hudson
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

General | Instructional & How-To | Arts & Photography | Subjects | Books

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Desktop Publishing | Graphic Design | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books

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ASIN: 0500019258

Book Description

Here is a selection of today's most beautiful and exciting typefaces, introduced by the designers and publishers themselves. From electro-type pioneers Emigre to renegades [T-26] in the USA, from the experimentation of Holland's LettError to Typomatic in London, there is a new-media world of typographic possibilities in Emotional Digital. A wide range of fonts devised by international graphic design companies is stylishly presented in full-color spreads. Each short profile includes information on where and when the company originated, awards won, and particular themes and characteristics of their work. Some of the designers themselves, including Erik Spiekermann, Suzanna Licko, and Michael Horsham of Tomato, have contributed essays that examine how they have influenced the world of graphic design and advertising, and demonstrate the diverse opportunities for digital type design. Contemporary type designs are illustrated in the context of their first use, showing their importance to the message itself. Emotional Digital is an essential book for students and practitioners of typography and graphics and a great resource for anyone working in the field of design.

Customer Reviews:

Extremely useful resource.......2004-10-14

A beautiful book showcasing an index of typographics, icons and shapes galore. Complete inspiration for use of colour, type and shape. Essential to any serious graphic designer whether working online or offline. When you run out of ideas for colour palettes, type or compositions, this is the book to turn to.

excellent.......2000-04-04

This book displays great usage of typography, and typographic styles. An excellent book for graphic designers.

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Digital Type Specimens
Ben Rosen
Manufacturer: John Wiley & Sons Inc
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0442235011

The effect of cylindrical specimen size on the compressive strength of concrete [An article from: Building and Environment]

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The effect of cylindrical specimen size on the compressive strength of concrete [An article from: Building and Environment]
S. Yazici , and G. Inan Sezer
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In this study, the influence of size and capping type of cylindrical specimens on compressive strength of concrete is investigated. For this purpose, eight series of concrete mixtures were designed to have water/cement ratios of 37%, 42%, 47%, 48%, 55%, 62%, 71% and 77% (by volume). Three hundred and eighty-four cylindrical specimens having dimensions of 150/300 and 120/200mm were casted. At the end of 28-day standard curing period, the uniaxial compressive strength of capped and uncapped specimens was determined. Cement, gypsum and sulphur are used as capping materials. The results of the experimental study reveal that the suitable average conversion factor (the ratio of compressive strength of 100/200mm cylinder to 150/300mm cylinder-f"c"1"0"0/f"c"1"5"0) can be taken as 103%. Linear and nonlinear regression analyses were employed between f"c"1"0"0 and f"c"1"5"0. Linear and nonlinear regression analyses exhibited better performance.

Field notes regarding the 1930 discovery of the type specimen of Niobrarasaurus coleii, Gove County, Kansas: Virgil B. Cole (1897-1984).(dinosaur): An ... of the Kansas Academy of Science

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Field notes regarding the 1930 discovery of the type specimen of Niobrarasaurus coleii, Gove County, Kansas: Virgil B. Cole (1897-1984).(dinosaur): An ... of the Kansas Academy of Science
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Title: Field notes regarding the 1930 discovery of the type specimen of Niobrarasaurus coleii, Gove County, Kansas: Virgil B. Cole (1897-1984).(dinosaur)
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Publication: Transactions of the Kansas Academy of Science (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 22, 2007
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Volume: 110 Issue: 1-2 Page: 132(3)

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John Lane. Early Type Specimens in the Plantin-Moretus Museum, Annotated Descriptions of the Specimens to ca. 1850 (Mostly from the Low Countries and France) ... of the Bibliographical Society of Canada

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John Lane. Early Type Specimens in the Plantin-Moretus Museum, Annotated Descriptions of the Specimens to ca. 1850 (Mostly from the Low Countries and France) ... of the Bibliographical Society of Canada
Robert Bringhurst
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Title: John Lane. Early Type Specimens in the Plantin-Moretus Museum, Annotated Descriptions of the Specimens to ca. 1850 (Mostly from the Low Countries and France) with Preliminary Notes on the Typefoundaries and Printing Offices.(Book review)
Author: Robert Bringhurst
Publication: Papers of the Bibliographical Society of Canada (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 22, 2005
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Type specimens of Araneae held in the William Morton Barrows Spider Collection (1).: An article from: The Ohio Journal of Science

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Type specimens of Araneae held in the William Morton Barrows Spider Collection (1).: An article from: The Ohio Journal of Science
Richard A. Bradley
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Title: Type specimens of Araneae held in the William Morton Barrows Spider Collection (1).
Author: Richard A. Bradley
Publication: The Ohio Journal of Science (Refereed)
Date: April 1, 2002
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Volume: 102 Issue: 2 Page: 11(4)

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Understanding digital type
Edward H Bunnell
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