Eliot Type font is a typeface designed by Eric Gill and released in 1928 by Monotype Corporation. It is named after T.S. Eliot, who Gill admired and considered a kindred spirit. Eliot Type is characterized by its handwritten feel and geometric proportions, which give it a distinctive yet modern appearance. It has been widely used in book publishing, branding, and corporate communication, and its popularity has endured for almost a century.