The Pages We Take For Granted by Amber Elizabeth Liu

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Everyday, we consume content from books. We must consider the way that information within these pages actually change the way we view the world as well as ourselves, as this is a resource that we take for granted. The world is consciously and unconsciously evolving, and the content within pages are the biggest influence of them all. Within this section we will be looking at quotes by your favorite authors that describe how books have changed and evolved our mind and our environment. within the pages Ââ&#x20AC;&#x201D; the pages we take for granted

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“There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island.” — Walt Disney

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“There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island.” — Walt Disney

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“The library is inhabited by spirits that come out of the pages at night.”

—Isabel Allende

“Fill your house with stacks of books, in all the crannies and all the nooks.” — Dr. Seuss within the pages — the pages we take for granted

“The library is inhabited by spirits that come out of the pages at night.”

—Isabel Allende

“Fill your house with stacks of books, in all the crannies and all the nooks.” — Dr. Seuss within the pages — the pages we take for granted

“Reading is a discount ticket to everywhere.” — Mary Schmich

“Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten.” — Neil Gaiman within the pages — the pages we take for granted

“Reading is a discount ticket to everywhere.” — Mary Schmich

“Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the destination, and the journey. They are home.”

— Anna Quindlen

“A book, too, can be a star, ‘explosive material, capable of stirring up fresh life endlessly,’ a living ﬁre to lighten the darkness, leading out into the expanding universe.” — Madeleine L’Engle

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“Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the destination, and the journey. They are home.”

— Anna Quindlen

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“What I say is, a town isn’t a town without a bookstore. It may call itself a town, but unless it’s got a bookstore, it knows it’s not foolin’ a soul.” — Neil Gaiman

“A book is a gift you can open again and again.” — Garrison Keillor

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“What I say is, a town isn’t a town without a bookstore. It may call itself a town, but unless it’s got a bookstore, it knows it’s not foolin’ a soul.” — Neil Gaiman

“A book is a gift you can open again and again.” — Garrison Keillor

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“As always, was next

one of her books to her.”

“When I have

a little money, I buy books;

and if I have any left, I buy food and clothes.”

– Markus Zusak

— Erasmus

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“As always, was next

one of her books to her.”

“When I have

a little money, I buy books;

and if I have any left, I buy food and clothes.”

– Markus Zusak

— Erasmus

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“She read books as one would breathe air, to fill up and live.”

“You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me” — C.S. Lewis

— Annie Dilard within the pages — the pages we take for granted

“She read books as one would breathe air, to fill up and live.”

“You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me” — C.S. Lewis

— Annie Dilard within the pages — the pages we take for granted

“That’s the thing about books. They let you travel without moving your feet.” — Jhumpa Lahiri

“Books and doors are the same thing. You open them, and you go through into another world.”

– Jeannette Winterson

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“That’s the thing about books. They let you travel without moving your feet.” — Jhumpa Lahiri

“Books and doors are the same thing. You open them, and you go through into another world.”

– Jeannette Winterson

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“I love the smell of book ink in the morning.”

“Books are mirrors: you only see in them what you already have inside you.”

– Umberto Eco

— Carlos Ruiz Zafón within the pages — the pages we take for granted

“I love the smell of book ink in the morning.”

“Books are mirrors: you only see in them what you already have inside you.”

– Umberto Eco

— Carlos Ruiz Zafón within the pages — the pages we take for granted

“She is too fond of books, and it has turned her brain.” “Drink deeply from good books.”

— Louisa May Alcott

— John Wooden

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“She is too fond of books, and it has turned her brain.” “Drink deeply from good books.”

— Louisa May Alcott

— John Wooden

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“Some books leave us free and some books make us free.”

— Ralph Waldo Emerson

“... a mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge.” — George R.R. Martin within the pages — the pages we take for granted

“Some books leave us free and some books make us free.”

— Ralph Waldo Emerson

“... a mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge.” — George R.R. Martin within the pages — the pages we take for granted

“A well-composed book

is a magic carpet

on which we are

wafted

to a world

that we cannot enter

in any other way.”

— Caroline Gordon

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“A well-composed book

is a magic carpet

on which we are

wafted

to a world

that we cannot enter

in any other way.”

— Caroline Gordon

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What does it take to make a book? Of course, we are aware that content is important, but what we considered the physical handiwork and consideration that is essential to the way that books are distributed and received? Each binding method and every type of paper chosen on a page impacts the message conveyed within the book, therefore it is something that must be appreciated. Within this section, we will be looking of what rests among the pages. Through going through a step-by-step guide of how to use four different binding techniques, we will be able to get first hand experience of the complexity of this skill as well as the variety of ways a book can be put together. We will also be introduced to a few different materials that books can be printed on, to be able to see how those bases affect the overall experience of consuming information. among the pages Ââ&#x20AC;&#x201D; the pages we take for granted

sewn binding Sewn book bindings are the highest quality book binding available on the market today. It is the hallmark of library quality, archival safe books because the pages are physically sewn into the book using binders thread and further reinforced with fabric backing and adhesive to create the most usable and durable books available. Sewn bindings use thread to sew through folded signatures of a book. Signatures are made by printing on large sheets and then folding into groups of pages, usually 16 or 24 at a time. Each signature is sewn individually with threads going through each page several times. The threads are then tied off. All of the signatures are likewise attached together with thread creating what is called the book block. The book block is further strengthened using flannel and adhesive on the spine. Introduction text from: Library Quality Section Sewn Books Book Factory

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you will need awl pages

scissors

needle and thread

step one

step two

Use your awl to make holes through five equidistant points along the center of the pages.

Thread your needle, leaving enough thread that is six times the length of your book. Then position the needle starting within the pages, at the third puncture made with the awl.

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you will need awl pages

scissors

needle and thread

step one

step two

Use your awl to make holes through five equidistant points along the center of the pages.

Thread your needle, leaving enough thread that is six times the length of your book. Then position the needle starting within the pages, at the third puncture made with the awl.

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step three Follow the diagram, guided by the arrows and numbers, to know the right order to thread your needle through.

reminder When making every loop, be sure to pull tightly to keep every loop snug and secure.

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step three Follow the diagram, guided by the arrows and numbers, to know the right order to thread your needle through.

reminder When making every loop, be sure to pull tightly to keep every loop snug and secure.

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step four

step five

After the last loop, tie a loose knot in your thread.

Have your needle go through the third hole once again, and pull the knot formed through the hole as well.

step six Cut the remainder of the thread off of the needle. You may also double the knot the thread to make further secure the knot.

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step four

step five

After the last loop, tie a loose knot in your thread.

Have your needle go through the third hole once again, and pull the knot formed through the hole as well.

step six Cut the remainder of the thread off of the needle. You may also double the knot the thread to make further secure the knot.

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perfect binding A perfect bound book is also referred to as a softcover book. Perfect binding is formed when book pages are glued together at the spine. The cover is usually made from a thicker cardstock and laminated or coated to protect the book. The name “perfect” binding comes from the cut of the pages. All pages, including the cover, are cut to be the same size and therefore line-up “perfectly”. Introduction text from: What is Perfect Binding? Printing Terminology 101 Printi Fueling Creativity

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you will need book glue and brush

scissors

pages extra paper

binder clips

ruler

step one

step two

Have your pages stacked in the right order, and printed in perfect bound style.

Measure a distance from the spine of the book, and score vertically.

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you will need book glue and brush

scissors

pages extra paper

binder clips

ruler

step one

step two

Have your pages stacked in the right order, and printed in perfect bound style.

Measure a distance from the spine of the book, and score vertically.

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step three

step four

step five

Use the binder clips to hold the scored pages in place.

Use the book glue and the brush to coat the spine of your pages. After each layer has half-dried, another coat. Add about 10 coats, however the thicker the book, the more coats are needed.

On a separate piece of paper, make four scores. The center width is the thickness of the spine and the widths on each side is the distance chosen of the score in Step Two.

step six Cut the rest of the paper out and fold the paper to create a three sided cover.

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step three

step four

step five

Use the binder clips to hold the scored pages in place.

Use the book glue and the brush to coat the spine of your pages. After each layer has half-dried, another coat. Add about 10 coats, however the thicker the book, the more coats are needed.

On a separate piece of paper, make four scores. The center width is the thickness of the spine and the widths on each side is the distance chosen of the score in Step Two.

step six Cut the rest of the paper out and fold the paper to create a three sided cover.

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step seven

step eight

Add a coat of glue to the extra piece of paper and put it over the spine of your pages.

Use the binder clips to firmly grasp the cover unto the pages until the glue dries.

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step seven

step eight

Add a coat of glue to the extra piece of paper and put it over the spine of your pages.

Use the binder clips to firmly grasp the cover unto the pages until the glue dries.

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stab binding Here, the book block, or the body of the book, is a stack of single sheets rather than a signature. Therefore, stab bindings allow you to make books that are not possible with other bindings. For instance, in a pamphlet-stitch book, each leaf, or page, cannot have a different color. But in a stab-bound book, you can use scraps of different weights, textures and colors as long as they are the same size or can be cut to the same size. Introduction text from: Book Binding 101: Japanese Four-Hole Binding Grace Bonney (Designsponge)

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you will need awl pages

scissors

needle and thread

step one

step two

Have your pages stacked in the right order, and printed in perfect bound style.

Score your pages half an inch from the spine, or however far you want your stitching be from.

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you will need awl pages

scissors

needle and thread

step one

step two

Have your pages stacked in the right order, and printed in perfect bound style.

Score your pages half an inch from the spine, or however far you want your stitching be from.

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step three Measure four holes equidistant from each other and push the awl through those holes.

step four Use the next few diagrams to guide you in where and how to direct your needle and thread to create the stab binded stitching.

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step three Measure four holes equidistant from each other and push the awl through those holes.

step four Use the next few diagrams to guide you in where and how to direct your needle and thread to create the stab binded stitching.

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one step five After the final loop and after tying a knit at the end of your stitch, cut the rest of the thread.

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one step five After the final loop and after tying a knit at the end of your stitch, cut the rest of the thread.

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saddle stiching In the printing industry, Saddle Stitching refers to a very popular book binding method in which folded sheets are gathered together one inside the other and then stapled through the fold line with wire staples. The staples pass through the folded crease from the outside and are clinched between the centermost pages. Two staples are commonly used but larger books may require more staples along the spine. Saddle Stitching may sound like an odd name for a book binding process that places wire staples through sheets of paper but in the printing industry stapling is commonly called Stitching. The collated sheets are draped over a Saddle-like apparatus during the stitching process, hence the name Saddle Stitching. Introduction text from: Printing Lingo: What does “Saddle Stitch” mean? Formax Printing Solutions

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you will need

stapler

pages

ruler

step one

step two one

Have your pages ready and score them in vertically along the center of the spreads.

Measure two points where your staple will be, having both points equidistant from the edge of the tops of the sheet.

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you will need

stapler

pages

ruler

step one

step two one

Have your pages ready and score them in vertically along the center of the spreads.

Measure two points where your staple will be, having both points equidistant from the edge of the tops of the sheet.

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step three

step four one

Open up the stapler and staple down on the points that you have indicated.

Fold the book again to have it presented as the whole book.

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step three

step four one

Open up the stapler and staple down on the points that you have indicated.

Fold the book again to have it presented as the whole book.

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different printing materials

Printing on different kind of sheets of paper will adhere different results and therefore different messages of the overall book. One must also consider the intricacies of printing on these materials, as the chemistry of each kind of sheet affects the printing method and settings used. Techwalla guides us through what is newsprint, while providing advice on how to obtain the best results from printing on newsprint paper. Pipkin Paper Company specifies similar things, but with vellum paper, the type of plastic material that provides a slightly translucent finish. PaperSpecs also outlines that while printing on colored paper seems simple, there are considerations that must be taken when printing, as that will affect the difference between the digital and physical file.

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different printing materials

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newsprint newsprint newsprint newsprint

Newspapers are printed on newsprint rather than standard office paper. Newsprint is thinner and lighter than lighter than standard paper. Newsprint ranges from 40 to 57 grams per square meter, compared to 90 to 270 grams per square meter on standard paper. Printing on newsprint can give your document an interesting and unique look; however it shouldn’t be used for important documents that need to be kept for a long time. Newsprint isn’t treated, so the paper becomes brittle and yellow over time. Let the ink on the newsprint dry for at least five minutes before touching the paper. Even after letting it dry for several minutes, avoid touching the ink on the newsprint, it is prone to smearing.

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colored paper colored paper colored paper colored paper

In most cases, printing on a colored stock means printing on an uncoated stock — metallic stocks are mica coated (a mineral consisting of shiny, transparent crystals) and fall into a different category — which means you are facing the challenge of dot gain, as well as the paper’s hue. Depending on the color of the paper you choose, CMY and K will have a dramatically different look. Printed on a cream stock, they have a warmer feel; printed on a paper with a blue or cool hue, the image highlights will be the color of the paper — reducing the image’s contrast. You might be using the same ink and the same coverage, but offset inks are transparent and allow the paper they are printed on to “bloom through.” This is not a problem when printing on a white stock, but the darker the paper, the more it will influence the perception of the colors printed on it.

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Vellum is a translucent paper that allows light to pass through, giving it a soft, foggy look. Because it’s slightly see-through, vellum adds interest when layered over an image or artwork, or it can be used by itself for a soft, modern alternative to traditional cardstock. For all intents and purposes vellum is considered a paper, but it’s actually not paper at all, it’s a type of plastic. Make sure you’re using the right side of the vellum. Technically speaking, vellum has a more absorbent side and a less absorbent side. To spot the difference, slightly wet your forefinger and thumb, then press the vellum between your fingers. The vellum should stick to one finger and not the other, and the stickier side is the one you should print on.

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Where do you find books? A plethora of options may have just entered your mind, how amazing is that? We are exposed to multiple avenues and ways to attain knowledge through these books, that we often underappreciate those bookstores that started it all and provide an experience not limited to the pages we have in our hands. In New York City, there are book-related experiences that bring communities together and bring the love we have for these books into a single united force. These are moments that we should not take for granted. In this section, we will be looking at four independent bookstores within New York City, that have their own quirks and specialties to them. Interviews with their patrons have been conducted to provide a greater sense of the impact these places have had and will continue to have.

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All over America, Independent bookstores have had the entire premise of their businesses and culture threatened. It began with the rapid opening of chain bookstores across the country, such as Barnes and Nobles, and now the online phenomena of Amazon has started to gain more and more control of the market. In fact, independent bookstores have lost over 41% of the total market share.

Despite these harrowing numbers and realities, New York City contains different independent bookstores that have persisted throughout the tribulations. We will cover four stores located in various parts of the city, that have one thing in common: their persistence to remain strong as an strong independent bookselling establishment. Each section will feature a written profile on the subject, that contain excerpts from interviews conducted with their patrons.

Many thanks to those who contributed to this section

Colleen Kesterson Emily Anne Hayley Blatte Anton Katie McNelly Kiesha Jenkins Jessica Whitteaker Leah Geiser Maria Terracina Maura Kelly Vanessa Bishop

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Many thanks to those who contributed to this section

Colleen Kesterson Emily Anne Hayley Blatte Anton Katie McNelly Kiesha Jenkins Jessica Whitteaker Leah Geiser Maria Terracina Maura Kelly Vanessa Bishop

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GREENLIGHT BOOKSTORE

A store that takes you on a global journey.

Within Brooklyn rests a 10-year-old bookstore, Greenlight Bookstore, an independent bookstore occupies a building that is at least 60-yearsold, however its interior reflects a modern and clean design. Books of every genre line up the floorto-ceiling white shelves and the wooden floors highlight the spaciousness of the store. Like other independent stores, Greenlight hosts multiple events every week. The books they focus on are niche in the sense that they are not your typical New York Times Top 10 books of the week, but rather they focus on specialized books and rare finds, which further accentuate their indie culture and atmosphere.

Stumbling upon the bookstore by chance happens more often than one may expect, which is how loyal patron Jessica discovered Greenlight. Now, even if it is a few extra dollars as compared to online purchases, she prefers being able to feel the books for herself and pick them out. Jessica says that the store itself may be difficult to navigate however that also adds to the charm of the atmosphere and the experience of choosing books for yourself. The Greenlight Bookstore continues to hold events and offer a quaint atmosphere for those searching for books and are seeking a more global experience.

“Our books are categorized by

country.”

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GREENLIGHT BOOKSTORE

A store that takes you on a global journey.

“Our books are categorized by

country.”

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bluestockings A collectively-owned safe haven for communities.

One of the most unique independent bookstores in New York City, bears the name Bluestockings. This shop is special as it is run by volunteer workers and is a collectively-owned establishment. It also features a fair trade cafe and it considers itself a ‘radical bookstore’.

“I find that the book collection is

more honest here.”

Bluestockings opened in 1999, and reopened in 2003 following a financial downturn. Since then, it has thrived in hosting over 6000 books on feminism, queer and gender studies, climate and environment, global capitalism and more topics in that realm. Their merchandise is different than other stores, as they sell things such as menstrual alternatives, tarot cards, games and pins. They have a corkboard full of positive Post-It notes left by previous patrons, and have a shelf full of free posters and zines made by fellow creatives that anyone can pick up. They also have zines for sale, and often times they will have a shelf or two dedicated to the work of a local artist. All the money

made goes back to the store, however there still seems to be a steady stream of volunteers dedicated to the mission of the store. The area was designed to serve as a safe space for those like-minded people searching for a haven in the Lower East Side. Events they host range from book signings by empowering women to panel discussions hosted by feminist organization about a wide range of topics such as sexual violence against women. Vanessa says that they appreciate that there is no direct corporate sponsorship in the store, it feels real and genuine. Those who flock to the establishment look for texts that they personally can relate to, whether that be essays or poetry. Bluestockings is a haven that is necessary in a city as diverse as New York, and it brings forth a community that stands for its beliefs.

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bluestockings A collectively-owned safe haven for communities.

“I find that the book collection is

more honest here.”

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McNALLY JACKSON Curated and designed for an immersive bookworm experience.

McNally Jackson is an independent bookstore that “aspires to be the center of [Manhattan’s] literary culture”. With its various locations throughout the city, the store fosters a homey feeling that is recognized by its patrons. One element of McNally Jackson that is unique to them is the cafe they have along with the bookstore, which sells coffee, pastries and sandwiches that are fair trade and organic. The cafe is catered for booklovers, with book pages hanging from the ceiling and lined up on the shelves. The store also categorizes their books according to country, which is rare to find in a bookstore. They have carefully considered the space that they inhabit, even down to the steps inside the store that connect each floor. Those steps are lined up with books that the staff picks, which further creates an immersive viewing experience, even on a staircase. McNally Jackson hosts different events similar to other independent bookstores in New York City, but another thing that

is unique to the store is that they deliver their merchandise to areas throughout Manhattan. The store allows you to look and purchase the books they have on stock online, and they will have it delivered to your door. One avid customer, Maura says that McNally Jackson reminds her of a book store that is present in her hometown. Whenever she is homesick, she visits the store. She has found that the bookstore is also one recommended by many of

her professors, and so that gives her more reason to frequent the store.

McNally Jackson crafts an atmosphere that is reminiscent to home, while also catering to the needs of their audience, by having a wide selection of books, from witchcraft to banned publications. As an independent bookstore, the fact that they have thrived and opened up multiple locations is no little feat.

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McNALLY JACKSON Curated and designed for an immersive bookworm experience.

her professors, and so that gives her more reason to frequent the store.

“pages hanging from the ceiling

...it’s a cozy feeling.” beyond the pages — the pages we take for granted

Strand

Four floors of bookstore heaven, complete with modern merchandise.

“I love the

weird old books

I can find on the

$1 shelves outside.”

Opened in 1927, the Strand Bookstore, located on 12th and Broadway remains to be the only bookstore still standing on what was once known as Book Row. The Strand spans over 4 floors, with their tagline being, ‘18 miles of books’. While typical bookstores sell only books and possibly some stationary, the Strand attempts to go above and beyond by showcasing a large section of merchandise that center around pop culture, current trends and book-related quotes. The rare book section on the fourth floor is carefully preserved and curated and laid out to resemble the interior of a traditional library. Lined along the corner of its entrance are shelves of books of all genres and kinds, each sold for a dollar or two. In the summer of 2016, Katie and her husband joined the list of book-loving couples who decided to have their

nuptials at the bookstore. Because the Strand has stood for so long, it has had to adapt to the changing times, yet through it all, it has been home to a plethora of memories. Another couple, Colleen and her husband, had their first date almost two decades ago. In the early 90s, as stated by Hayley, the Strand showed its progressive side by having a women’s studies section. The staff, who are all engaged and friendly, are all avid book readers who have a shelf dedicated to their recommendations. Emily says that she always discovers new books highlighted from their suggestions. Overall, the Strand Bookstore is New York City’s most famous independent bookstore, and its landmark status ensures that its preservation amidst the changing market is of utmost importance. beyond the pages — the pages we take for granted

Strand

Four floors of bookstore heaven, complete with modern merchandise.

“I love the

weird old books

I can find on the

$1 shelves outside.”

Strand

828 Broadway, New York, NY

bluestockings

172 Allen Street, New York, NY 10003

McNALLY JACKSON

52 Prince Street, New York, NY

GREENLIGHT BOOKSTORE

686 Fulton Street, New York, NY

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Strand

828 Broadway, New York, NY

bluestockings

172 Allen Street, New York, NY 10003

McNALLY JACKSON

52 Prince Street, New York, NY

GREENLIGHT BOOKSTORE

686 Fulton Street, New York, NY

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the pages we take for granted Printed in New York City, Pratt Institute. Copyright © Amber Liu 2019. This book was created in part of the Graphic Design Intensive studio class, Junior Year of the Communications Design major at Pratt Institute. the pages we take for granted was typeset in STIXGeneral and Avenir, with their accompanying families. STIX (Scientific and Technical Information Exchange) was commissioned and distributed by Elsevier in 2000. The typeface Avenir was created by Adrian Frutiger in 1987 and was released in 1988 by Linotype GmbH. Each section varies in size, however it is overall accommodating to a 5 inch by 6.25 inch restraint. Each illustration displayed, throughout all the sections was digitally handdrawn by Amber Liu on the software application Procreate, with the rest of the book designed with the Adobe Creative Suite. The book was binded using a perfect bound method. The book jacket was created using artboard and vellum material. The crafting of the jacket was done by Amber.

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Acknowledgements Thank you to my family, Mom, Dad, Elijah and my pup Chino, for providing me with the opportunity to be at this school so I can make work that I love. Also thank you for helping fund the many reprints. Thank you to my friends who stuck with me through late nights and early mornings in studio, and for providing feedback whenever I needed it. Thank you to my professor, Jessica Svendsen, for the helpful guidance, constructive criticism and brilliant ideas offered throughout this project. Thank you to black iced coffee and my Spotify playlists, they have helped me stay sane. Thank you to the kindness of strangers, from those who helped and contributed to the writing of the content to the making of the physical book. Lastly, thank you to books, for always offering me another world and home, at the same time, no matter how old I am and where I am. They are truly magic.

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