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A Typographic Quest, Number 5, Typographic Contrast

In the fifth booklet of the A Typographic Quest series, Carl Dair explores the various forms of contrast in typography. He begins by drawing a parallel between typography and music, observing that type can convey moods and harmonies much like a musical composition. Dair even suggests that a designer’s typographic choices may reflect their taste in music – a fascinating perspective that underscores the expressive power of type. His arguments are both well-reasoned and clearly illustrated, making this booklet an insightful study of contrast in design.

1967
Carl Dair

West Virginia Pulp and Paper Company (Westvaco)

32 pp

5.25 × 9 inches

Out-of-Print

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