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Ask HN: Best book on topography?

5 points by avindroth 10y ago

It must be a lost art, but I want to know the history of topography and advancements of techniques. Any resource, community or starting point would be greatly appreciated!

eswat 10y ago
I'm not sure if it's still the case but The Elements of Typopgrahic Style by Robert Bringhurst was my bible for picking up the nitty-gritty on typography: https://www.amazon.com/Elements-Typographic-Style-Robert-Bringhurst/dp/0881791326 https://www.amazon.com/Elements-Typographic-Style-Robert-Bri...
- avindroth 10y ago
  Thanks, but I am looking for a book on topography (maps). Thank you for the recommendation though!
- axvk 10y ago
  I actually also misread and wanted a book on typography so thanks.
  - avindroth 10y ago
    Lol, there is a book called Typography for Lawyers, which is decent. http://typographyforlawyers.com/toc.html http://typographyforlawyers.com/toc.html
  - bbcbasic 10y ago
    Looks like he made a topo