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Serif Normal Ifdef 22 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.

Keywords: book text, editorial, longform, academic, reports, classic, bookish, formal, literary, refined, readability, traditionalism, editorial utility, formal tone, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, transitional, open counters.

A conventional text serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and a steady, book-oriented rhythm. Capitals are proportioned with restrained, classical shapes; the C and G are open and rounded, and the Q uses a small, gently curving tail. Lowercase shows a relatively small x-height with clear ascenders and descenders, giving the face a tall, elegant vertical profile. Curves transition smoothly into stems, terminals are mostly tapered and traditional, and spacing appears even without feeling rigid.

Well suited to book interiors, essays, journals, and other long-form reading where a familiar serif texture and comfortable rhythm are desired. It can also support headings, pull quotes, and formal documents when set with slightly generous leading to complement the shorter x-height.

The overall tone is traditional and literary, with a calm formality suited to long-established editorial typography. Its proportions and controlled contrast convey refinement and seriousness rather than exuberance or novelty.

Designed to function as a dependable, conventional text serif: prioritizing readability, classical proportions, and a composed typographic color over distinctive display gestures.

Figures appear lining with classic proportions and clear differentiation (notably the angled top on the 2 and the open-bowled 4). The italic is not shown; the presented style maintains a consistent upright, text-first character with unobtrusive details designed to disappear in reading.