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Book Synopsis: The iron-on lettering that is the subject of Heated Words: Searching for a Mysterious Typeface remains without attribution. Created anonymously and passed down over decades and across subcultures, the typeface is unique within the histories of typography and street fashion.
With roots dating back to the first calligraphic forms, the enigmatic letters evolved from embellished military flight jackets and sports uniforms in the early part of the twentieth century. Seemingly omnipresent from the 1970s onward in youth culture in New York City, this particular blackletter typeface—bold and imposing—would go on to decorate the fabric of the most influential music and fashion subcultures of the last half-century.
Heated Words provides a unique thread through the subcultural landscape of the last fifty years. With insights from voices in the fields of music, fashion and typography, the unique volume features previously unpublished archival images, including hundreds of illustrations and ephemera. Exploring the visual branding of the “outsider” and the resurgence of analog typography, Heated Words is presented through a layout and design that echo the frenetic history of the letters themselves.
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Experience the intrigue and mystique of the enigmatic blackletter typeface with Heated Words: Searching for a Mysterious Typeface. This captivating book unravels the history behind the anonymous iron-on lettering that has adorned the fabric of typography and street fashion for decades. From its origins in military flight jackets and sports uniforms to its inclusion in the most influential music and fashion subcultures, this unique typeface has left an indelible mark on youth culture.
Heated Words takes you on an immersive journey through the subcultural landscape of the last fifty years. Immerse yourself in the insights from key figures in music, fashion, and typography as they unravel the secrets of this mysterious typeface. The unparalleled collection of previously unpublished archival images, illustrations, and ephemera will transport you through time, capturing the essence of the bold and imposing blackletter typeface that has become an iconic symbol of rebellion and creativity.
What sets Heated Words apart is not just its captivating content, but also its innovative design. Reflecting the frenetic history of the letters themselves, the layout and design of this book will mesmerize you as you uncover the visual branding of the outsider and witness the resurgence of analog typography. Get ready to be captivated by the power and beauty of Heated Words: Searching for a Mysterious Typeface.
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