Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Giambattista Bodoni Of Parma"" written by Thomas Maitland Cleland was published in the year 1916. The book is a biography of the famous Italian printer, Giambattista Bodoni. Bodoni was born in 1740 in Saluzzo, Italy and became a master printer in Parma. He is known for his elegant typography and his contribution to the development of modern printing techniques.The book provides a detailed account of Bodoni's life and work, including his early years as an apprentice, his move to Parma, and his establishment of the Bodoni press. The book also includes a comprehensive analysis of Bodoni's typography, including his use of typefaces, paper, ink, and other printing materials.In addition to the biography, the book also includes a collection of Bodoni's most famous works, including his editions of classic works of literature and his own original publications. The book is illustrated with numerous examples of Bodoni's typography and printing techniques, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of printing and typography.Overall, ""Giambattista Bodoni Of Parma"" is a comprehensive biography of one of the most important figures in the history of printing. It provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of Giambattista Bodoni, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of printing and typography.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.
