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Two Types: The Faces of Britain

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

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We are surrounded by types, the words on signs, buses, shops and documents which guide us through our lives. Two types in particular are regarded as the faces of Britain - Johnston and Gill Sans. Their story is told by typeface expert Mark Ovenden. Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
Mark Ovenden
Production Company:
Splitpea Productions
Executive Producer:
Keith Doyle
Production Manager:
Sue Davies

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