A brief history of Times New Roman
4 days ago
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- Times New Roman was created in 1929 by Stanley Morison and Victor Lardent for the Times of London.
- The font quickly became popular due to its use in newspapers and early adoption by new typesetting devices.
- Critics argue that Times New Roman's longevity is due to ubiquity rather than quality, unlike fonts like Helvetica which inspire affection.
- The font is often seen as a default choice, connoting apathy, especially in legal documents where its use is more habitual than required.
- Alternatives to Times New Roman are recommended for those seeking better typography options.