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Ten Essential Books on Typography & Design

Ilene Strizver

This article appeared in Issue 109 of InDesign Magazine.

I am frequently asked by students and professionals alike to recommend a book to fill in their knowledge of type and design and to act as a reference. These days, there are dozens, if not hundreds, of books on the graphic arts to choose from, but I have focused on those tried-and-true books that are respected by many professionals in the field. These books serve to provide and support the building of a strong foundation in typography, act as creative inspiration, and emphasize the importance of excellence in every aspect of the design process. Here is my selection of books that I believe every designer should have close at hand.

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Ilene Strizver
Ilene Strizver is a noted typographic educator, author, designer and founder of The Type Studio in Westport, Connecticut. Her book, Type Rules! The designer’s guide to professional typography, is now in its 4th edition.
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