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A BOOK ON BOOKSNew Aesthetics in Book Design From sheets of papyrus to the mass press-printed volumes as we know them today, books as we know them have come a long way. Although digital technology has impacted how we consume information, book design has survived as a means of showcasing creativity and craftsmanship, as

A BOOK ON BOOKS
New Aesthetics in Book Design

From sheets of papyrus to the mass press-printed volumes as we know them today, books as we know them have come a long way. Although digital technology has impacted how we consume information, book design has survived as a means of showcasing creativity and craftsmanship, as books themselves remain important sources of inspiration and knowledge.

A Book on Books showcases some of the world’s best book design work in celebrating the designers’ contributions to preserving reading culture. It also captures the voices of key influencers from publishing, printmaking, bookfair-organising, and bookshop-owning standpoints, as they continue to play a crucial role in keeping the book-making industry alive in the future.

Editor: victionary
Specs: 314pp / 190 x 255mm (H)
Format: Swiss binding with dust jacket
Full colour throughout
Release date: November 2020
Language: English
ISBN 978-988-79726-3-1

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A Book on Books – viction:ary

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The possible variations in weight, pliability, color, and texture make paper one of the most versatile materials to work with. The creativity and ingenuity of artists and designers coupled with technological advances result in dynamic and original works that redefine the limits of the medium. From printed sheets to 3D constructions, brand identity suites to contemporary artwork, PAPER MATTERS examines a span of design and crafts that maximize the narrative potential of paper.