This book shows me just how time can pass so quickly. I added this book to my TBR list in 2011, I bought it in 2014, I picked it up a few times but never finished, and then I decided I would read it this year. Even though it's about a topic that I find fascinating, I guess there was a reason it took me 9 years to read this book. It's initially fascinating, but it slowed down for me toward the middle. I wasn't super interested in the history of type, and I feel that this topic might be better suited to a documentary anyway. I'm still not sure the differences between Monotype and Linotype, based on my reading of the descriptions. But the standout chapters for me included the typefaces chosen for road signs and political campaigns. I also liked the Font Break chapters describing some more famous typefaces. So a solid 3.5 stars from me. Also check out Abstract: Jonathan Hoefler on Netflix, plus the Helvetica documentary by Gary Hustwit, which I also found fascinating.

This was my second book from Timothy Keller. He does have a way of writing that feels a little abrasive to me at times, but his insights make up for it. I had never heard the story of the prodigal son explained like this before, and though we can never know for sure how Jesus meant the story to be interpreted, this is how this author has interpreted it, and I was impressed.

I read this book as a kid, so revisiting it was really fun. There must have been a reason I remember this one, and I believe it’s because I tend to like books and shows with large families and experiencing their togetherness. It was also interesting to read about their traditions as a Jewish family.