This publication offers a comprehensive and inspirational approach to
book production and design in the broadest possible sense: from printing
techniques to paper specifications, page layouts to cover design, and
printing finishes to types of binding. Full of examples and tips on how
to come up with the best solutions in book design while focusing on the
features that make them truly engaging, it also includes an introduction
to the history of books. Within these pages, you'll gain insight into
the operation of a printing company to understand the key features
behind the process, as the best results often come from knowledge of
what can be achieved from a technical point of view. The last section
showcases notable examples of contemporary book design, including
detailed information and interviews with graphic designers from all over
the world. More than a 'must-have' book for professionals in the field,
this volume is also a 'should-have' for those who want to learn more
about book design, as well as self-publishing authors and small presses.