# The Look of the Book

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- Authors: [Peter Mendelsund](https://www.bookquiver.com/peter-mendelsund), [David J. Alworth](https://www.bookquiver.com/david-j-alworth)
- Language: en_US
- Published: 2020-10-06

## 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...

## Editions

### The Look of the Book

- Publisher: ten_speed_press
- ISBN: 978-03-9958-102-1
- Pages: 292
- Published: 2020-10-06
- Language: en_US