Book covers require limited space and clear visual communication. Design must convey book's essence and be memorable. Finding universal visual language is challenging
Bookbinding evolved from scrolls and wax tablets in ancient times. Codices were invented in Rome around 1st century AD. Early books were bound with flat spines, later developed rounded ones. Medieval books featured leather covers with decorative stamps
Created by Norman Bridwell in 1963 about giant red dog Clifford. Clifford is Scholastic's official mascot. Character inspired by Bridwell's childhood desire for horse-sized dog. Emily Elizabeth is 8-year-old owner named after Bridwell's daughter
Eight children's books written by P.L. Travers published 1934-1988. Mary Poppins arrives at Number 17 Cherry Tree Lane to care for Banks family. Series features magical adventures until Mary Poppins leaves. Mary Shepard was the illustrator throughout the series
Munchkins are native inhabitants of fictional Munchkin Country in Oz books. First appeared in 1900's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Described as same height as Dorothy and wearing blue clothing. Name possibly derived from Munich's Münchner Kindl or German "Männchen"