Paul Johnston papers, 1918-1979, bulk (1930s-1950s)

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Creator

Johnston, Paul, 1899-

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• 2.7 linear feet (7 boxes).

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

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.

Biographical/Historical Note

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.

Controlled Access Terms

• Johnston, Paul, 1899-
• Book design.
• Graphic arts.
• Manuscript preparation (Authorship).
• Printing -- History.
• Publishers and publishing.
• Book jackets.
• Photographs.
• Type designers.
• Printers.

Additional Creator Names

• Adler, Elmer, 1884-1962.
• Cerf, Bennett, 1898-1971.
• Dwiggins, W. A. (William Addison), 1880-1956.
• Emmett, Burton.
• Flower, Desmond, 1907-
• Gill, Eric, 1882-1940.
• Hunter, Dard, 1883-1966.
• Macy, George.
• Meynell, Francis, Sir, 1891-
• Simon, Oliver.
• Updike, Daniel Berkeley, 1860-1941.