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Barron's Educational Ser.

Titles appearing in Art Book News Annual — February 2008
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The bible of illuminated letters; a treasury of decorative calligraphy.

Morgan, Margaret.
Barron's Educational Ser., ©2006    256 p.    $24.99    Z43
0-7641-5820-1

This generously illustrated, small format (6.5x8 inches) guidebook presents step-by-step instructions for recreating illuminated alphabets from six historical periods, including the Celtic, Gothic and Romanesque. Diagrams for upper- and lower-case letters are accompanied by ideas for borders and decorations. The guide also includes full instructions for gilding. Morgan, a professional calligrapher and associate of the Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society, gives advice about adapting illuminated letters to create a personal style. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)