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Marcel'S Letters: A Font And The Search For One Man'S Fate
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An Ippy Gold Medal Winner. Paris Book Festival Winner. Finalist For The Minnesota Book Awarda Graphic Designer'S Search For Inspiration Leads To A Cache Of Letters And The Mystery Of One Mans Fate During World War Iiseeking Inspiration For A New Font Design In An Antique Store In Smalltown Stillwater, Minnesota, Graphic Designer Carolyn Porter Stumbled Across A Bundle Of Letters And Was Immediately Drawn To Their Beautifully Expressive Penandink Handwriting. She Could Not Read The Lettersthey Were In Frenchbut She Noticed All Of Them Had Been Signed By A Man Named Marcel And Mailed From Berlin To His Family In France During The Middle Of World War Ii. As Carolyn Grappled With Designing The Font, She Decided To Have One Of Marcels Letters Translated.Reading Words Of Love Combined With Testimony Of Survival Inside A Labor Camp Transformed Carolyn'S Curiosity Into An Obsession To Find Out Whether He Ever Returned To His Beloved Wife And Daughters After The War.Marcel'S Letters Is The Incredible Story Of Carolyn'S Increasingly Desperate Search To Uncover The Mystery Of One Mans Fate During Wwii, Seeking Answers Across Germany, France, And The United States. Simultaneously, She Continues To Work On What Would Become The Acclaimed P22 Marcel Font, Immortalizing The Man And His Letters That Waited Almost Seventy Years To Be Reunited With His Family.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Marcel's Letters'? A: 'Marcel's Letters' explores the journey of graphic designer Carolyn Porter as she uncovers the story behind a collection of letters written by Marcel during World War II, highlighting themes of love, survival, and the quest for identity.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Marcel's Letters'? A: The author of 'Marcel's Letters' is Carolyn Porter, a graphic designer who becomes deeply invested in the story of Marcel and his letters.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Marcel's Letters' have? A: 'Marcel's Letters' is available in paperback binding, making it a lightweight and portable option for readers.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Marcel's Letters'? A: 'Marcel's Letters' contains 352 pages, providing an in-depth narrative of Carolyn Porter's journey and the historical context surrounding Marcel's letters.
- Q: When was 'Marcel's Letters' published? A: 'Marcel's Letters' was published on November 13, 2018.
- Q: Is 'Marcel's Letters' suitable for readers interested in history? A: Yes, 'Marcel's Letters' offers insights into World War II history through personal letters, making it suitable for readers with an interest in historical narratives.
- Q: What awards has 'Marcel's Letters' received? A: 'Marcel's Letters' has won the IPPY Gold Medal and the Paris Book Festival Award, and it was a finalist for the Minnesota Book Award.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of 'Marcel's Letters'? A: Readers can expect a compelling narrative that combines personal storytelling with historical research, presented in an engaging and accessible writing style.
- Q: Is there a font associated with 'Marcel's Letters'? A: Yes, the book discusses the creation of the P22 Marcel font, inspired by the letters written by Marcel, which Carolyn Porter designed during her research.
- Q: Can 'Marcel's Letters' be used as a reference for typography enthusiasts? A: Absolutely, 'Marcel's Letters' provides valuable insights into the creative process of font design, making it an interesting read for typography enthusiasts.