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We would be ungrateful indeed if we did not make record of our deep obligation to all students of the monotype System, both owners and operators of machines, whose methods and suggestions have been included in this book. We may well say that the monotype System has been made by printers for printers; the makers of the monotype claim no credit for the discovery of new processes; they have but perfected new methods of using the processes that have stood the test of time. The printing industry was born when movable types were invented, and as long as quality and economy count in that great industry movable types will be used and new applications will be found for the monotype System.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the Monotype System, a groundbreaking technology that revolutionized printing in the early 20th century. The author delves into the intricate workings of this system, which employed a unique two-machine approach: a keyboard for composing and a casting machine for creating the actual type. This innovation, much like the earlier invention of movable type, allowed for greater control over the printing process, making it faster, more efficient, and adaptable to various types of printing needs. The book examines the system's core components, from the keyboard's perforated paper ribbon that directs the casting machine to the ingenious mechanism that justifies lines of text. The author meticulously guides the reader through the complexities of character spacing, unit calculations, and the ability to cast different types of fonts. He also explores the advantages of the Monotype System, highlighting its versatility in handling both straightforward and complex composition, including double justification and intricate tabular work. The book's insightful analysis provides a valuable historical perspective on the evolution of printing technologies, demonstrating how the Monotype System became an integral part of the printing industry, influencing practices and standards that persist to this day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332059942_0
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