Bijlage 3 Book Design for TEX Users Part 1: Theory

Book design cannot be taught; it can only be learned, preferably by critical study of as many books as possible. Of all the elements which make up a book, white space is frequently the least considered and the most important. Avant garde designs are compared and contrasted with more conservative and traditional approaches. Three key elements: uniformity, information and structure are identified, and ‘good design practice’ discussed in terms of each of these. keywords Design, typography, layout There can never be too little space below headings, only too much!