The first book in its field to be published in over 40 years, "Spencerian Script & Ornamental Penmanship" is the most comprehensive text ever written on these American styles of handwriting. This 600 page, two-volume set represents a five-year effort by the author to present in a single work: the most thorough instructional section on the techniques of writing such decorative penmanship; the largest collection of plates ever assembled for publication (400 pages), representing works by America's 19th & early 20th century ...
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The first book in its field to be published in over 40 years, "Spencerian Script & Ornamental Penmanship" is the most comprehensive text ever written on these American styles of handwriting. This 600 page, two-volume set represents a five-year effort by the author to present in a single work: the most thorough instructional section on the techniques of writing such decorative penmanship; the largest collection of plates ever assembled for publication (400 pages), representing works by America's 19th & early 20th century writing masters; & an extensive historical account of America's Golden Age of Ornamental Penmanship. The two-volume spiral-bound format allows the reader to view the manuscript & plates side by side. Volume One consists of eight chapters & four appendices, including: Penmanship in a New Land, Styles of Penmanship, Tools & Equipment, Technique, Lowercase & Capital Letters, Signature Writing, The Golden Age of Ornamental Penmanship, Penman's Hall of Fame, The Poems of Platt Rogers Spencer, Sources for Supplies & historical reproductions of original designs for oblique penholders. Numerous diagrams & illustrations throughout. Volume Two (the plates) is divided into the following sections: Penmanship of Platt Rogers Spencer, Letterforms, Correspondence Writing, Novelty Styles, Signature Writing & Off-Hand Flourishing.
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Add this copy of Spencerian Script and Ornamental Penmanship: Early to cart. $61.07, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Dallas rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published by LDG Publishing.
Add this copy of Spencerian Script and Ornamental Penmanship (Early to cart. $157.00, good condition, Sold by Second Story Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Rockville, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1989 by LDG Publishing.
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Book. Quarto, Two volumes. In Very Good minus condition. Spines are spiral bound. Covers are brown with brown print; slight shelf wear. Illustrated: b&w, sepia, some color. CONTENTS: Vol. 1. [no special title] (ISBN 0962102512), 216 pages — Vol. 2. Plates (ISBN 0962102520) paged 221-598. [Oversized book(s). Additional postage necessary for expedited/international orders. Economy International shipping unavailable due to size/weight restrictions. For international/expedited customers, please inquire for rates]. NOTE: Shelved in Net Desk work area. 1400273. FP New Rockville Stock.
Add this copy of Spencerian Script and Ornamental Penmanship: Early to cart. $359.44, like new condition, Sold by Griffin Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Stamford, CT, UNITED STATES, published 1989 by Example Product Manufacturer.
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Like New. Large format spiral bound in card covers looks unread with touch of shelf wear to covers. Volume 2. oversized and overweight. Please email for photos.
Add this copy of Spencerian Script and Ornamental Penmanship (Vols 1 and to cart. $502.00, like new condition, Sold by The Wild Muse rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Granville, NY, UNITED STATES, published 1989 by L D G Pub.
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Fine. No Jacket, As Issued. 4to. Signed by Author 2 volume set. First editions. Spiral bound softcover and printed boards. Volume one signed by author. Published Praire Village, KS: L D G Pub., 1989 and 1990. 4to. printed covers and plastic spiral, 218 +3pp; 221-598pp., illustrated with color and b/w reproductions and facsimilies. 2 volume set includes photos, drawings, history, anecdotes and numerous examples of early American handwriting. Chapters cover 1-Penmanship in a New Land; 2-Styles of Penmanship; 3-Equipment and Tools; 4-Technique; 5-Lowercase Letters; 6-Capital Letters; 7-Signature Writing; and 8-Golden Age of Ornamental Penmanship. Printed "Ex-Libris" page in each volume (part of the text) has cursive name filled in, minor scuffing on cover of volume one, else a fine set. Clean, bright, fresh.
Add this copy of Spencerian Script and Ornamental Penmanship 2 Volume to cart. $657.74, new condition, Sold by Just one more Chapter rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Miramar, FL, UNITED STATES, published 1988 by L D G Pub.
Add this copy of Spencerian Script and Ornamental Penmanship: Early to cart. $2,506.95, new condition, Sold by Book Forest rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from San Rafael, CA, UNITED STATES.
