There are numerous publications about handwriting in general and Italic handwriting specifically, the majority of the latter being published in the UK in the 1950s and 60s. While no longer in print these are well worth the effort of tracking down (see Related Links for details of specialist booksellers) and have more to offer than their undeniable period charm.

Particularly recommended are those by Alfred Fairbank and Tom Gourdie in the UK, and Fred Eager and Lloyd Reynolds in the US, who have all produced excellent Italic guides.

Nancy Winters' book, A Simple Guide to Italic Handwriting, available from The Society.

Society Publications

The following two publications can be ordered from The Treasurer. For postage costs and details of how to order, email treasurer@italic-handwriting.org.

Handwriting Manual

A Simple Guide to Italic Handwriting by Nancy Winters. Price: £5 (ex p&p).

50th Anniversary Book

Dance of the Pen: Celebrating 50 years of The Society 1952-2002, edited by John Fricker, Foster Neville and Ludwig Tan. Price: £15 (ex p&p).

Publication Covers

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