Rules for Compositors and Readers at the University Press, Oxford (1905)

Horace Hart,James Augustus Henry Murray, Sir,Henry Bradley

Format
Paperback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Published
1 October 2008
Pages
88
ISBN
9781437035193

Rules for Compositors and Readers at the University Press, Oxford (1905)

Horace Hart,James Augustus Henry Murray, Sir,Henry Bradley

""Rules for Compositors and Readers at the University Press, Oxford"" is a book written by Horace Hart in 1905. The book is a comprehensive guide for typesetters and proofreaders who work at the University Press in Oxford. It covers a wide range of topics related to typography, including the correct use of punctuation, capitalization, and abbreviations, as well as the proper handling of footnotes, tables, and illustrations. The book also provides guidance on the use of different typefaces and fonts, and includes examples of good and bad typography. In addition to its practical advice, the book also offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of printing and typesetting in the early 20th century. Overall, ""Rules for Compositors and Readers at the University Press, Oxford"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of typography and printing.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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