The 20th century book : its illustration and design

London : Herbert Press, 1984. 2nd edition. Hardcover. Very good cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Abundantly illustrated and complete with a comprehensive bibliography. Physical description: 271 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 30 cm. Notes: Includes index. Contents: Art nouveau or private press historian -- The new typography in Germany and France and the English renaissance in printing -- The influence of the French editions de luxe on commercial book production in England and America -- The effect of German impressionism and expressionism on book illustration -- English and American traditions in illustration -- The wood engraving revival in England and France -- The illustration and design of children's books -- The paperback explosion and design of the modern book Subjects: 1900-1999; Illustrated books; History 20th century; Book design History; Printing History 20th century; Book design; Illustration of books 20th century; Illustration, Modern - 20th century.