pstrongThis captivating volume is a tribute to the art of typography and explores the rich history and techniques of the ancient craft.strongpp ppFirst published in 1906, this book serves as a comprehensive guide to the world of typography, lettering, and decorative illumination. From the precise strokes of traditional calligraphy to the delicate artistry of adding vibrant colours and gold accents to manuscripts, discover the history of this forgotten craft.pp ppThe chapters in this volume include pulliThe Development of WritingliliAcquiring a Formal HandliliVeral Letters Coloured CapitalsliliLaying Burnishing GoldliliA Theory of IlluminationliliThe Development of IlluminationliliThe Roman Alphabet Its Derivativesliul