This superb book contains 365 complete lettering styles and 52 lettering projects. There is somthing available for every occasion and/or need! However, I believe the book may be intimidating for someone that does not posses basic calligraphic experience. I became acquainted with Ms. Shepherd's work through the book CAPITALS FOR CALLIGRAPHY. I highly recommend both books.

Margaret Shepherd's various alphabets make me wonder if she perceives "calligraphy" the same way most of us do. Some of the alphabets aren't even attractive to look at. She's more artsy than traditional. I guess there is probably something to glean from this book, but it just wasn't for me. If you're a beginner, get First Steps Calligraphy by Don Marsh instead.

I had this book years ago and lent it to someone who did not return it and just recently got another via Amazon. I was so happy it was still in print, I missed this book.
This book is not for a beginner but don't despair the author has a beginner book that is excellent "Calligraphy Made Easy".
If you are looking for the next step up from beginner this is the book to own.

I found the layout really confusing. Also if you are a beginner I would say this is not for you. It doesn't contain much "instruction." I would suggest "The Calligrapher's Bible" instead.

I'm trying to teach myself this beautiful art. This book is certainly not for the beginner. The concept of a new alphabet each week and weekly projects is a great one, however there isn't enough instruction on materials or form to make it very helpful to those of us new to this art. I'll keep it for reference but must continue my search for a great teaching tool.