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Inversions: A catalog of calligraphic cartwheels,Used
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Backword by Jef Raskin 'Inversions' are words that read the same upside down or in a mirror. Or words cleverly hidden inside other words. Each has something to fool the eye, a special visual trick; at the same time the words Kim has chosen to illustrate in this imaginative catalog of challenging visual wordplay reflect the idea of symmetry, both in art and in science. Sixty pages of images portray short and long words, words describing symmetries, variations on Gdel, Escher, Bach and on calligraphic themes, and contemporary, historical, and personal names. They are followed by an illustrated text that explores the skills that go into making inversions: symmetry, vision, and letterforms; processes and examples; and associations with music, wordplay, and art. The book is designed so that the text is also symmetrical what is said in the lefthand column of a page frequently matches the meaning of what is said in the righthand column. Scott Kim is a PhD. candidate in computer science and graphic design at Stanford University.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Inversions: A catalog of calligraphic cartwheels'? A: 'Inversions' explores the concept of words that maintain their appearance when viewed upside down or in a mirror, alongside cleverly hidden words within other words, emphasizing visual tricks and symmetry.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Scott Kim, who is a PhD candidate in computer science and graphic design at Stanford University.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: 'Inversions' contains a total of 125 pages filled with images and text exploring the theme of visual wordplay.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Inversions' published? A: 'Inversions: A catalog of calligraphic cartwheels' was published on January 1, 1981.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: While 'Inversions' can be appreciated by a wide range of ages, it is particularly suited for those interested in art, language, and visual puzzles.
- Q: What can readers expect to find in the book's content? A: Readers will find sixty pages of images illustrating various words, alongside an illustrated text that discusses symmetry, vision, letterforms, and the artistic processes behind creating inversions.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations? A: Yes, 'Inversions' is filled with illustrations that showcase both short and long words, as well as themes related to Gödel, Escher, Bach, and calligraphy.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition and has not been previously owned.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: 'Inversions' is available in its Second Printing edition, which may include updates or improvements from earlier prints.