Found 2 collections related to Printing -- History

Leslie Alexis Marchand (1900- ) was professor of English at Rutgers University from 1937 until 1966. His publications include several scholarly works on Lord Byron. Collection consists of correspondence, writings and other papers concerning Marchand's friendship with Frederic W. Goudy (1865-1947), the type designer and printer, and his attempts to publish an anthology of Goudy's writings. Papers include letters, 1940-1946, from Goudy to Marchand; Marchand's typescript of Goudy anthology and correspondence, 1943-1977, regarding its publication; photographs of Goudy and his home; and ephemera autographed by Goudy. Also, Marchand's correspondence, notes and ephemera related to Rutgers University celebrations of the 500th anniversary in 1940 of the invention of printing; booklets and ephemera from other celebrations of the event; and published works about printing. less

Paul Johnston (1899- ) was an American book designer and printer. In addition to founding several small presses, he edited, designed and printed books for various publishers. He wrote the standard work on typography, Biblio-Typographica, and his work as a printer and book designer was exhibited in the U.S. and abroad. Collection consists of correspondence, samples of art work, writings, photographs, and printed matter. Correspondence, 1928-1979, is with publishers and book designers relating to specific projects and publications and reflecting Johnston's work and interest in printing and book design. Samples include his bookjackets, mockups and lettering. Writings are on typography, history of printing and manuscript preparation. Also, personal photographs, journals, monographs, and dummies. less