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The Practice of Letters: The Hofer Collection of Writing Manuals, 1514-1800 cover

The Practice of Letters: The Hofer Collection of Writing Manuals, 1514-1800

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By David P. Becker This catalogue describes the collection of printed manuals for the teaching of lettering and handwriting (often referred to as writing books or copybooks) acquired by Philip Hofer for the Harvard College Library, Department of Printing and Graphic Arts; a department founded by Mr. Hofer in 1938 and curated by him until 1968. Designed by Jerry Kelly Published by Harvard College Library, 1997 Printed at The Stinehour Press Softcover, 127 pages, b&w images, 8.5 × 11 inches ISBN: 978-0-91-463018-0
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PublicationGraphic Design HistoryLettering and CalligraphyType DesignTypography

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