Stop Stealing Sheep & Find Out How Type Works by Erik Davis

A lively, visual introduction to the fundamentals of typography that explains how typefaces are built, how letterforms and spacing affect readability, and how to choose and use type effectively in design. Written in an accessible, humorous tone, it breaks down concepts like serif vs. sans, kerning, tracking, leading, optical alignment, and legibility with clear examples and practical rules of thumb for print and screen. The book aims to make designers and non-designers alike more confident about making typographic decisions and solving common layout problems.