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What We See When We Read,New
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A gorgeously unique, fully illustrated exploration into the phenomenology of readinghow we visualize images from reading works of literature, from one of our very best book jacket designers, himself a passionate reader.A playful, illustrated treatise on how words give rise to mental images. The New York TimesWhat do we see when we read? Did Tolstoy really describe Anna Karenina? Did Melville ever really tell us what, exactly, Ishmael looked like? The collection of fragmented images on a pagea graceful ear there, a stray curl, a hat positioned just soand other clues and signifiers helps us to create an image of a character. But in fact our sense that we know a character intimately has little to do with our ability to concretely picture our belovedor reviledliterary figures. In this remarkable work of nonfiction, Knopf's Associate Art Director Peter Mendelsund combines his profession, as an awardwinning designer; his first career, as a classically trained pianist; and his first love, literaturehe considers himself first and foremost as a readerinto what is sure to be one of the most provocative and unusual investigations into how we understand the act of reading.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'What We See When We Read'? A: The book explores the phenomenology of reading, focusing on how readers visualize characters and scenes from literature through fragmented images and descriptive clues.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Peter Mendelsund, who is an award-winning designer and the Associate Art Director at Knopf.
- Q: What type of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book features unique and fully illustrated content that visually represents the themes discussed, enhancing the reader's understanding of how images are formed in the mind while reading.
- Q: Is 'What We See When We Read' suitable for all ages? A: While the book can be appreciated by a wide audience, it is mainly targeted towards adults and older teens who have an interest in literature and visual arts.
- Q: What are the dimensions and format of the book? A: The book is published in a paperback format and has a total of 448 pages.
- Q: When was 'What We See When We Read' published? A: The book was published on August 5, 2014.
- Q: Can this book be used as a resource for understanding literary analysis? A: Yes, the book can serve as a unique resource for those interested in literary analysis, as it delves into how readers interpret texts and visualize characters.
- Q: Does this book include any exercises or activities? A: The book does not specifically include exercises or activities; instead, it provides a conceptual exploration of reading and visualization.
- Q: What makes this book different from other literary analysis books? A: This book uniquely combines visual art with literary exploration, focusing on the interaction between text and the mental images it evokes, rather than purely textual analysis.
- Q: Is this book recommended for fans of specific genres? A: While the book appeals to a broad audience, it is particularly recommended for fans of literary fiction and those interested in the intersection of art and literature.