Keith Houston
Shady Characters: Ampersands, Interrobangs and other Typographical Curiosities
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780718193881
- author:
- Keith Houston
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 2.5 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography, Graphic Arts, Typography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the fascinating history behind the punctuation marks that shape our language. From the pilcrow to the ampersand, Keith Houston explores how written communication has evolved over time.
This engaging book takes you on a journey through the ages, highlighting the ingenuity and imagination that has gone into adapting punctuation to new technological innovations. You'll uncover surprising stories behind some of the most familiar marks, and gain a fresh perspective on the written word.
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