The author of this book, Abraham Wesley Lincoln, was the host of a 13-week television series about calligraphy sponsored in part by Parker Pen Ltd. This book is an introduction to learning the 14th century italic handwriting styles. Each letter of the alphabet is shown, with number and direction of individual strokes clearly illustrated. Lessons can be used as a guide or can be traced over. Included are chapters about design, layout, and history. 72 pages.