Rare 1927 Typography & Printing History Book — “Type Design” by Douglas C. McMurtrie with Introduction by Frederic W. Goudy

A fascinating collectible volume for typographers, graphic designers, printers, and book arts enthusiasts.

Title: Type Design: An Essay on American Type Design with Specimens of the Outstanding Types

Author: Douglas C. McMurtrie

Introduction by: Frederic W. Goudy (noted American type designer and founder of the Village Press)

Publisher: Bridgman Publishers, Pelham, New York

Publication Date: January 1927

Features historical discussion and printed specimens of notable American typefaces, making this an important reference work from the golden age of American typography and fine printing.

Condition:

* Original hardcover binding

* Vintage age-related toning to covers and pages

* Wear at corners and edges consistent with age

* Some rubbing/discoloration to cover

* Interior pages appear clean with no major markings noted

* Binding remains intact

* Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description

A wonderful addition for collectors of:

* Typography books

* Printing history

* Frederic Goudy material

* Graphic design references

* Fine press and book arts collections

Ships carefully packaged to protect this vintage collectible.