The front cover has its original price sticker on it from D & S Office Supplies @ 145 W. Southmore in Pasadena, outside of Houston, Texas. So, the pages are all still good but just have a bit of wear from use, it appears.
This listing is for a vintage 21st Edition Speedball Textbook, a comprehensive guide to lettering and calligraphy. Published by Hunt Manufacturing Company, this textbook is an invaluable resource for students and enthusiasts alike. It covers a wide range of lettering styles including Roman, Copperplate, Poster Script, Italic, Uncial, Blackletter, and Sans Serif. The book features new examples and uses of lettering and calligraphy, a guide on which nibs to use for different styles, and a section on layout, spacing, and design. Despite its age, this textbook remains a foundational resource for learning the art of beautiful writing.