Behind The Type

Behind The Type: The Life Story Of Frederic W. Goudy is a biographical book written by Bernard Lewis that tells the story of one of the most influential American type designers of the 20th century, Frederic W. Goudy. The book explores Goudy's life and work, from his humble beginnings in rural Illinois to his rise to fame as a prolific and innovative designer of typefaces. The book delves into Goudy's early struggles as a struggling artist and printer, his collaborations with other designers and printers, and his eventual success as a type designer. It also examines his personal life, including his relationships with his wife Bertha and his children, and his involvement in various social and political causes. Throughout the book, Lewis provides a detailed and engaging account of Goudy's life and work, including his most famous typefaces such as Goudy Old Style, Kennerley, and Copperplate Gothic. The book also includes numerous illustrations and examples of Goudy's work, as well as insights into his creative process and design philosophy. Overall, Behind The Type: The Life Story Of Frederic W. Goudy is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive look at the life and work of one of America's most important type designers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in typography, graphic design, or the history of printing and publishing.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.