The Look of the Book: Jackets, Covers, and Art at the Edges of Literature
| AUTHOR | Alworth, David J.; Mendelsund, Peter; Alworth, David J. et al. |
| PUBLISHER | Ten Speed Press (10/06/2020) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) |
Description
Why do some book covers instantly grab your attention, while others never get a second glance? Fusing word and image, as well as design thinking and literary criticism, this captivating investigation goes behind the scenes of the cover design process to answer this question and more. As the outward face of the text, the book cover makes an all-important first impression. The Look of the Book examines art at the edges of literature through notable covers and the stories behind them, galleries of the many different jackets of bestselling books, an overview of book cover trends throughout history, and insights from dozens of literary and design luminaries. Co-authored by celebrated designer and creative director Peter Mendelsund and scholar David Alworth, this fascinating collaboration, featuring hundreds of covers, challenges our notions of what a book cover can and should be.
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ISBN-13:
9780399581021
ISBN-10:
0399581022
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
292
Carton Quantity:
10
Product Dimensions:
8.60 x 1.30 x 11.00 inches
Weight:
3.25 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Index,
Price on Product,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
CN
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BISAC Categories
Design | Book
Design | Graphic Arts - General
Design | Publishers & Publishing Industry
Dewey Decimal:
002.09
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Why do some book covers instantly grab your attention, while others never get a second glance? Fusing word and image, as well as design thinking and literary criticism, this captivating investigation goes behind the scenes of the cover design process to answer this question and more. As the outward face of the text, the book cover makes an all-important first impression. The Look of the Book examines art at the edges of literature through notable covers and the stories behind them, galleries of the many different jackets of bestselling books, an overview of book cover trends throughout history, and insights from dozens of literary and design luminaries. Co-authored by celebrated designer and creative director Peter Mendelsund and scholar David Alworth, this fascinating collaboration, featuring hundreds of covers, challenges our notions of what a book cover can and should be.
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