By breaking down the study of type into a systematic progression of relationships--letter, word, sentence, paragraph, page, and screen--award-winning graphic designer and professor of communication design Denise Bosler provides a unique and illuminating perspective on typography, for both print and digital media, and for designers of all skill levels. New to this edition: - New interviews from type designers and graphic designers, including Alex Slobzheninov, Lavinia Lascaris, Harkiran Kalsi, Adonis Durado, Janine Vangool, and Kiel Mutschelknaus - More coverage of recent typeface developments, including Open Type and Variable fonts, as well as kinetic typography, projection mapping, and generative type - Updated examples and imagery throughout the book to showcase the latest designs and innovations in typography Through instruction, interviews, and real-world inspiration, Mastering Type explores the power of each typographic element--both as it stands alone and as it works with other elements--to create successful design, to strengthen your skill set, and to inspire your next project. -- Back cover