The author, Dutch designer Gerard Winger, created the ANWB font for road signs and has devoted his life to font design. In his book,While you read』 provides a glimpse into deep consideration and insight into font design.
The book traces the major changes that font design has experienced over time, and raises interesting questions such as which font is easier to read between serif and sans-serif, whether it is better to use standardized fonts or whether it is more effective to include individuality. The author's thoughts and opinions on these issues are also included, making readers think again that fonts are not just 'forms' but tools for creating 'experiences'.
As I read, I got the impression that font design resembles modern interface design. The medium has changed from 'letters' to 'GUI', but the essence of design, which aims to convey information better and provide a better experience, remains the same. This book raises questions about the direction that design should ultimately pursue through the small element of fonts.
