The Elements of Typographic Style

If you are studying typography this book is an excellent companion or workspace bookshelf reference.

Robert Bringhurst's The Elements of Typographic Style is a must have if you are interested in learning about type and type standards.

This is a book that goes beyond the boundaries of typography. It is a must have in any designer's library.

This book includes basically everything an aspiring graphic designer/typographer may want to know: history of type and many specific typefaces, anatomy of type, and practical information about choosing typefaces. If you are completely obsessed with type this is an excellent book, if not, don't bother.

This was my first book on typography - nothing I've read since has come even close! Very much recommended.