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Never Use Futura
Never Use Futura | Douglas Thomas
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It's everywhere, including the moon (on the commemorative plaque left by Apollo 11 astronauts), Nike sneakers, the artworks of Barbara Kruger, Ed Ruscha, and Jenny Holzer, 2001: A Space Odyssey credits, Domino's Pizza boxes, Absolut Vodka bottles, and Red Bull cans. Richard Nixon used it for his presidential campaign, as did Hillary Clinton. Indeed, Futura is one of the most used fonts in the world today—the typeface of modern design—more so even than Helvetica. This fascinating book explores the cultural history and uses of a face that's so common you might not notice, until you start looking, and then you can't escape it. Douglas Thomas traces Futura from its Bauhaus-inspired origin in Paul Renner's 1924 design, to its current role as the go-to choice for corporate work, logos, motion pictures, and advertisements. Never Use Futura is illuminating, sometimes playful, reading, not just for type nerds, but for anyone interested in how typefaces are used, take on meaning, and become a language of their own.
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rabbitprincess
Never Use Futura | Douglas Thomas
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This book is visually pleasing and filled with interesting stories about Futura's development and use. The photo essay was especially interesting; it showcased just how different Futura looks with different weights and spacing. A very versatile typeface.

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rabbitprincess
Never Use Futura | Douglas Thomas
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Futura is on the moon!

No_One This book sounds really interesting! 😊 6y
rabbitprincess @No_One It is! I'm amazed at how ubiquitous Futura is. 6y
No_One @rabbitprincess yes I had no idea! 6y
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rabbitprincess
Never Use Futura | Douglas Thomas
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Two holds came in for me yesterday at the library. My borrowing isn't usually this matchy-matchy 😄