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The world encyclopedia of calligraphy : the ultimate compendium on the art of fine writing : history, craft, technique / compiled and edited by Christopher Calderhead and Holly Cohen.

By: Calderhead, Christopher Contributor(s): Calderhead, Christopher | Cohen, Holly Material type: Text

TextPublication details: New York : Sterling, 2011Description: xi, 308 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 27 cmISBN: 9781402733680 (hbk.); 1402733682 (hbk.)Other title: CalligraphySubject(s): Calligraphy -- EncyclopediasDDC classification: 745.61 LOC classification: NK3600 | .W64 2011Summary: This is a comprehensive, one-of-a-kind resource that looks at the sophisticated beauty of calligraphy from around the world. It features 55 living scripts, with visual examples and an overview of origins, traditions and unique characteristics. It is a groundbreaking collection that will teach and inspire novices, experts and admirers alike.

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 292-293) and index.

This is a comprehensive, one-of-a-kind resource that looks at the sophisticated beauty of calligraphy from around the world. It features 55 living scripts, with visual examples and an overview of origins, traditions and unique characteristics. It is a groundbreaking collection that will teach and inspire novices, experts and admirers alike.

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