Libre Baskerville
Google Fonts · Pablo Impallari · 2012
A screen-optimised revival of Baskerville that tempers the original's elegance with improved legibility for digital body text.
About
Libre Baskerville adapts the refined eighteenth-century Baskerville model for contemporary web and screen use, boosting stroke weight slightly and opening up spacing to perform reliably at small sizes. It is an excellent choice for long-form editorial content, academic publishing, and any project demanding a credible, readable serif. The extended Latin character support broadens its utility across European languages.
Classification
A libre revival of Baskerville optimised for screen legibility at body sizes, with slightly heavier strokes and more open spacing than traditional metal cuts. Balances classical proportions with contemporary digital readability.