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True to Type: An Autobiography of Ruari McLean

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This well-written autobiography of the renowned book designer, author and typographer captures a fascinating life and a remarkable era in British publishing. McLean's compelling story begins with his birth in the Scottish lowlands, and describes his school days at Oxford, the war years as a British officer on a French submarine, and his introduction into the London publishing scene. Along the way, we meet the "movers and shakers" of Britain's post-war publishing world as he built his career.

Pages: 216

Format: Hardcover

Release: January 01, 2001

ISBN 13: 9781884718960

True to Type: An Autobiography of Ruari McLean

0/5 ( ratings)

This well-written autobiography of the renowned book designer, author and typographer captures a fascinating life and a remarkable era in British publishing. McLean's compelling story begins with his birth in the Scottish lowlands, and describes his school days at Oxford, the war years as a British officer on a French submarine, and his introduction into the London publishing scene. Along the way, we meet the "movers and shakers" of Britain's post-war publishing world as he built his career.

Pages: 216

Format: Hardcover

Release: January 01, 2001

ISBN 13: 9781884718960

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