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Secret Recipes For The Modern Wife: From Accommodating Breakfasts To Just Desserts, Recipes For Deteriorating Marriages., Nava Atlas, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

spiral bound; cover; page spreads.

Enclosure Exposure : Data Protection Patterning, Elizabeth Duffy, Dikko Faust, Esther K. Smith, Purgatory Pie Press, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

8 unnumbered pages : illustrations . "Instabook 3" Letterpress, diecut, and printed collagraph, and handset type in blue and black, signed and numbered in an edition of 200 by the artist together with Dikko Faust and Esther K. Smith of Purgatory Pie. "Purgatory Pie Press and the artist Elizabeth Duffy have collaborated on a book that utilizes as source material everyday ephemeral patterns, specifically the interior security patterns of envelopes and the visual language of analog mail. The result is a page-turner of overlapping patterns and forms. Purgatory and Duffy culled patterns from their junk mail to create this paean …

Drawings On A Bus, Ellsworth Kelly, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

[44] pages : chiefly illus. Facsimile edition of a 1954 sketchbook. Sketchbook 23, 1954 Bauen in Eisenbeton, bauen in Eisen, bauen in Frankreich At head of cover title: Sigfried Giedion : bauen in Eisenbeton, bauen in Eisen, bauen in Frankreich. Title on p. [4] of cover: Giedion : bauen in Eisen und Eisenbeton.

Asian American Project, Irene Chan, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

1 case, 35 cards. An open edition artist book. Contains 35 loose and unnumbered cards, much like business cards. Print media on paper, with press name Ch'An punched out. Housed in a red, white, and blue paper case with slip-in envelope closure.

Barbie Paper Doll: A Transformed Wardrobe With Textile Mill History, Irene Chan, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

1 artist's book : color illustrations. Written, designed, and produced by Irene Chan ... produced in an edition of 10 copies. Place of publication for Elsewhere Artist Collaborative from box. Digital prints of cut paper doll clothes. Found object into sculptural book. Printed and illustrated paper box with paper doll, doll clothes, and printed leaf of references for text and images. "American textile history is printed on sixteen paper doll Barbie's clothes. Original doll from 1980 found at Elsewhere Museum and Residency. History is in the form of text and images from mill worker interviews and portraits, tools, statistics, and …

Pig 05049 : 1:1, Christien Meindertsma, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

1 volume (various pagings) : chiefly ill. (chiefly color). "Concept, photography, design & illustrations, Christien Meindertsma"--title page verso. The project was exhibited in the Kunsthal in Rotterdam in 2008. 3rd printing, Oct. 2009. Includes index. "Christien Meindertsma has spent three years researching all the products made from a single pig. Amongst some of the more unexpected results were: Ammunition, medicine, photo paper, heart valves, brakes, chewing gum, porcelain, cosmetics, cigarettes, conditioner and even bio diesel. Meindertsma makes the subject more approachable by reducing everything to the scale of one animal. After it's death, Pig number 05049 was shipped in parts …

I Am The Place Where I Am, Jeong-Hoon Kim, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

[32] pages : ill. (some color), maps (1 folded) "First edition limited to 150 numbered copies."--Colophon. "This book was designed by Hoon Kim, and all photos were taken from Google Earth."--Colophon. [8] page color booklet (13 x 10 cm.) stapled into the center. Cover is a folded map (28 x 38 cm.) Gift of Hoon Kim.

Abracadabra: An Homage To N.H. Werkman, Werner Pfeiffer, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

2 dimensional flexagons and corresponding loose plates, enclosed in a four sided, cloth covered shaped portfolio; cover; various elements; detail; flat view of flexagon structure; detail. A tribute to the life and work of N.H. Werkman, noted German Graphic Designer. As Werkman playfully used text and letter forms as image, the flexagons revolve to reconfigure each composition.

Connect The Dots, Macy Chadwick, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

long stitch with cloth-covered cover boards, housed in a wrap box with plexi front and magnet closure; closed book inside cloth covered box; cloth covered box open with book inside; interior of cloth covered box; book cover without box; interior page; page spread. number 9 in an edition of 18, signed by the artist

Sehnsüchtig, Amber Gayle, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

stab bound album, sewn cloth hinges; perfect bound; cover; page spreads; interior pages, back cover. In fhe form of a handmade photo album, this book recalls memories of a lake and longing for love. Written by Amber Gayle, produced by twin sister Stacy Erin Forte (formerly Wakefield), RISD Alumna.

Sylvæ: Fifty Specimens Printed Directly From The Wood With Historical Anecdotes & Observations, Gaylord Schanilec, Ben Verhoeven, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

case bound with fold-out pages, bound in oak cover boards with leather spine and foil stamped spine label; cover; interior pages and spreads. Fifty specimens of timber trees on the farm property of Gaylord Shanilec are printed in full color woodcuts. Anecdotes about the making of the book, the trees, and the neighbors give personality to each tree sample. Ben Verhoeven is RISD alumnus.

The Appeal Of Pornography, Karen Bleitz, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

drum leaf binding, hard cover, pop-up, movable parts; accordion; cover; page spread, title page; page spreads; colophon. Pop-up book featuring the vast array of pornographic materials available in today's culture and the resulting objectification of women. Designed by Karen Bleitz, hand cut and bound by Amelia Drinkwater. Originally produced in 1996, re-issued in 2007.

The Twin Survey: A Study, Amber Gayle, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

pamphlet stitch; stab bound; cover; page spreads, interior page. A study on the psychology of twins and their relationships to each other and other people.

Taking In: Aib Photography 2006, Aib Students

Taking In

This book is our fourth edition of Taking In:...a collection, a celebration really, of the best photography created by the students of The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University. Students came together in the class, taught by Gretjen Hargesheimer, and dedicated themselves to all facets of this yearly publishing event...including design, fund raising, jury selection, editing, layout, and print production. Taking In: is truly a collaboration of the images, ideas, and talents from all departments at AIB. The concept has always been a simple one...to showcase the artistic diversity and vision of students who incorporate photography in heir …

William Anthony Fine Binder, Peter D. Verheyen

Librarian Publications

William “Bill” Anthony (1926-1989) was arguably one of the most influential bookbinders and conservators in the US. His impact cannot be measured by his work alone but also by his legacy as demonstrated by all those he trained, many of whom are now leaders in the field in their own right. Lawrence Yerkes’ forward and Helen Ryan’s introduction to the catalog describe not only Anthony’s life and work, but also the emotional bond they had with him and his spirit that touched so many.

Deadly Sins/Measured Virtues, Alice Briggs, Charles Bowden

Exhibit Catalogues

Catalogue for Deadly Sins/Measured Virtues, recent works by Alice Leora Briggs and an essay by Charles Bowden.

Pictorial Webster's: G. & C. Merriam Dictionary Engravings Of The Nineteenth Century Printed Alphabetically As A Source For Creativity In The Human Brain, With Additional Dissertation, John Carrera, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

case-bound in leather, clamshell box; open clamshell box with closed book inside; front cover; page spread 24-25, "letter B"; page spread 270-271, "letter P";. copy 10, signed by the artist

Ivy Leaves, 2006, Ivy Leaves Editorial Staff

Ivy Leaves

The 2006 edition of the Anderson University journal of art and literature, Ivy Leaves.

The names of the known editors for this issue of Ivy Leaves were Jill Ayers, Cassie Kolasky, Maghan Lusk, Ashley McAdams, Jess Sopolosky, Danielle Webb, Kristy Eppolito, Wayne Cox, and Eric Whitlock.

The German Case Binding, Peter D. Verheyen

Librarian Publications

The case (Bradel) binding is the most common, general purpose binding structure in use by binders in Germany. What sets it apart from other case bindings is that the cover boards and spine stiffener are joined together with a strip of sturdy paper before covering. This allows the covers to be fit precisely to the textblock, especially at the joint and fore-edge. For this reason the structure is also very well suited to beginners. Books using this structure are generally covered in full cloth, paper, or a combination of the two. The structure is not well suited to leather binding …

The Value Of Black And White In An Era Of Color: A Textual Analysis Of Black And White Illustrations In Picture Books, Theresa Forret

Graduate Research Papers

Children's picture books have aesthetic, personal, and educational value. The illustrations within picture books may capture the attention of young readers, create a positive attitude toward books and reading, enhance the story, and may assist with comprehension. A majority of the children's picture books published today are illustrated with bright, vibrant colors. Books illustrated in black and white are less common and perhaps less appealing to children. This study investigated three questions. Are there identifiable commonalities within the visual elements in black and white picture book illustrations? Are there commonalities and patterns in the mood, genre, and setting of picture …

Meaning Maker, Kent Manske, Nanette Wilde, Preneo Press, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

volumes. "This is Art." Title from glassine envelope and each brochure. Seven single sheets (11 x 8 ¹/₂ inches), tri-folded, text on both sides, each sheet printed on a different color paper. Each folded sheet has a copyright date. Academic Conference Edition -- American Citizen Edition -- Art Viewing Edition -- Family Gathering Edition -- Higher Education Edition -- Periodic Personal Evaluation Edition -- Relationship to Nature Edition. "'Meaning Maker' is a guided interactive response structure tailored to specific styles of experience."--website. "PreNeo Press is the conceptual and collaborative space of Kent Manske and Nanette Wylde."--Press website. Gift of Laurie …

Thrift Store: The Past & Future Secret Lives Of Things, Emily Larned, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

case bound in hard cover; cover; interior spreads. The relative value of things is brought to mind when looking at objects in thrift stores. Discarded or recycled "treasures" reflect the life of their former owners. Interesting juxtapositions create found visual narratives.

Time Square, Buzz Spector, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

screw post binding with mylar front cover, and paper wrapper; cover; detail. Results from a Google search of phrases relating to the concept of "time" were quantified and arranged in decreasing order and printed on 60 pages. When bound, the pages were then hand torn in decreasing amounts, revealing an altered version of the original. Curated title for Fleet Library Special Collections exhibition Stacked & Altered, summer 2022.

State Of The Union: Live, Evil, Vile, Scott Mccarney, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

stab bound with soft cover and duct tape reinforced spine; cover; interior pages and spreads. President George W. Bush's televised 2003 State of the Union speech is captured in full screen head shots. The overlaying text, similar to close captioning, reveals nonsensical phrases made from the letters in the book's subtitle.

A Dictionary Story, Sam Winston, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

accordion fold with hard cover, housed in cloth covered slipcase. Slipcase cover; title page; interior pages; colophon. A dictionary longs to be a book of stories, not just a list of words and definitions. She gets into trouble when she lets her words run about, creating meaningless havoc. The alphabet comes to the rescue and restores order.

Visionaire 50: Artist Toys, Stephen Gan, Cecilia Dean, James Kaliardos, Alex Katz

Visionaire

1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations. Ten plastic nesting toys, each designed by a different artist, designer, writer. Each cube consists of six pieces. Artists: Alex Katz, R. Crumb, Chiho Aoshima, Rita Ackerman, Chip Kidd, Rob Pruitt, Kehinde Wiley, Tim Noble & Sue Webster, Kurt Vonnegut and Joe Petro III, Tony Oursler. Toys are housed in a triangular shaped container. Container has a clear plastic lid with the title in silver. Library has no. 1132 of an edition of 4000. "For 50 ARTIST TOYS, Visionaire imagined a set of toys as animal companions to the designer figurines from 44 TOYS …

Full Circle, Julie Chen, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

1 volume (unpaged) in case : illustrations. Title from portfolio box. "Written, designed, and produced by Julie Chen ... letter-press printed on various papers using photopolymer plates...produced in an edition of 100 copies."--Colophon, boxtop verso. "Full Circle is a powerful exploration into the cycles of faith and belief from the first moments of obsession through the experience of deepest doubts, and ultimately passing through the place of peace where the mind and heart are (re)united before the endless cycle starts again. A large box-mounted wheel rotates continuously beneath a series of windows to reveal the many stages of the faith …

View, Julie Chen, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

1 volume (unpaged) in case : illustrations. Title from portfolio box. Written, designed, and produced by Julie Chen ... letter-press printed using a combination of photopolymer plates, wood blocks, and pressure plates...produced in an edition of 100 copies. "Based on a personal experience of loss, View is a bookwork that deals directly with ideas of coming to terms with mortality. The piece includes two books that are housed in a compartmented box. After the books have been read, the box can be tilted forward to reveal a mesmerizing view of a miniature world"--Flying Fish Press website. "Dedicated to JKR, 1960-2006"--Paper …

Bird Watching, Paula Mccartney, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

31 unnumbered pages : color illustrations "Additional support was provided by the Minnesota Center for Books Arts, Minneapolis, MN"--Page 31 "Comprised of twelve chromogenic photographs mounted on Rising Stonehenge 100% cotton paper. The printed text is in Souvenir Lt BT and the written text is the artist's handwriting on Zerkall Nideggen sand paper, and the endsheets are printed on Canson Mi-Teintes flannel gray paper. The book is covered in olive and brown Iris bookcloth"--Page 31 Includes "Field notes" (3 postcard sized items in mounted pocket), inside back cover. "Edition ... of 40"--Page 31 Summary: Bird Watching explores the idea of …

Bluestem, Karen Hanmer, Special Collections, Fleet Library

Artists' Books

Flag book variation with 2 concertina spines attached back to back to 2 end pieces. Sculptural book. Colophon; extended view; view from above, extended; flattened view. . A quote from Willa Cather's book My Àntonia, about the movement of the tall prairie grass, is illustrated through the movement of the book pages.