The chapter explores the ongoing debate in writing over using one space or two between sentences, diving into the historical context and professional consensus. It challenges the justifications for two spaces and advocates for adhering to typographic standards. The speakers discuss the visual impact and readability of typography rules, emphasizing the importance of staying open-minded towards advancements in writing practices.
Matthew Butterick: Practical Typography
Written communication may say as much about you as what you wear. Typography is more than just font.
Matthew's rankings of common system fonts
Book resource:
Garner’s Modern American Usage* by Bryan Garner
Mark Twain received the following telegram from a publisher:
NEED 2-PAGE SHORT STORY TWO DAYS.
And famously replied…
NO CAN DO 2 PAGES TWO DAYS. CAN DO 30 PAGES 2 DAYS. NEED 30 DAYS TO DO 2 PAGES.
Use one space after a sentence.
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