Just My Type: A Book About Fonts
Book • 2011
In 'Just My Type', Simon Garfield delves into the world of typography, discussing why certain fonts are loved or hated, and how they influence our daily lives.
The book covers the history of typefaces from Gutenberg's movable type to modern digital fonts, including the popularity of Helvetica, the ubiquity of Trajan on movie posters, and the impact of fonts on design and culture.
Garfield also explores the technical and aesthetic aspects of fonts, making the subject accessible and entertaining for both design enthusiasts and the general public.
The book covers the history of typefaces from Gutenberg's movable type to modern digital fonts, including the popularity of Helvetica, the ubiquity of Trajan on movie posters, and the impact of fonts on design and culture.
Garfield also explores the technical and aesthetic aspects of fonts, making the subject accessible and entertaining for both design enthusiasts and the general public.
