Arts, London Centre for Book

Books: Art, Craft & Community

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ISBN 13:
9789493039520
author:
Arts, London Centre for Book
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Ludion
language:
English
Publication Year:
2021
Pages:
224
Dimensions:
22.2 x 27 x 2.6 centimeters (1.1
Genre:
Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Bookbinding,
Condition:
New
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£12.74

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Description

Books are a meeting place, where form, concept, material, and craft come together to create something rooted in functionality. This collection presents a thriving ecosystem of papermakers, printers, bookbinders, artists, designers, and publishers from around the world. The 30 profiles featured showcase traditional craftspeople alongside modern makers reimagining the book for new audiences. Experts share their insights into the history and contemporary context of bookmaking processes, highlighting the spirit of curiosity and resilience that drives these creative individuals. By adapting to new ways readers engage with books, they are forging new possibilities for their craft. Selected by Simon Goode and Ira Yonemura, this diverse group of artists and makers offers a unique perspective on the world of books and bookmaking.

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