The Beauty of the Hebrew Letter

Name: The Beauty of the Hebrew Letter
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781800817777
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From Sacred Scrolls to Graffiti

By Izzy Pludwinski

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The Beauty of the Hebrew Letter by Izzy Pludwinski explores the artistry and spiritual significance embedded in the Hebrew alphabet. The author delves into the history, design, and cultural impact of Hebrew lettering, providing insight into its beauty and elegance. It's an inspiring journey into the world of calligraphy and Judaic tradition.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a fascination with the artistry found in traditional script and want to explore the intricacies of calligraphy. You might enjoy delving into how Hebrew can be both a written language and a visual art form, all while appreciating the cultural significance intertwined with this expressive medium.

An expansive history and exploration of the art of Hebrew calligraphy

An expansive illustrated history and exploration of the art of Hebrew calligraphy

Description

A beautifully illustrated exploration of the art of calligraphy in Hebrew, from the Sacred Scrolls to modern Hebrew graffiti. Calligrapher and scribe Izzy Pludwinski is in love with letters, and this love shines through in this ground-breaking book. Here you will find examples of writing and design from Biblical times to the present day that showcase the art of lettering as well as the beauty inherent in the forms themselves.

Individual chapters look at historical manuscripts and their influence, traditional calligraphy and lettering, aleph-bets and individual letters, abstract and decorative calligraphy, the use of Hebrew calligraphy in fine art and street art, with a final section on scripts from sacred objects.

With more than 200 illustrations that span the history of the Hebrew aleph-bet over three millennia, this book will engage, delight, and surprise.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

This book by Izzy Pludwinski is praised for its artistic and scholarly exploration of Hebrew letterforms. Reviewers commend the author’s heartfelt approach and mastery in showcasing the evolution of Hebrew script, highlighting its versatility as a contemporary art form. The work is also noted for its rich illustrations spanning from ancient times to modern expressions, offering a comprehensive overview of the aesthetic potential of Hebrew letters.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800817777

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Profile Editions

Edition: Main

Illustration: 250 illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 262.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 1600g

Pages: 240

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Arts & Culture Arts and Crafts Izzy Pludwinski Non-Fiction

About the Author

Born in Brooklyn and now living in Israel, Izzy Pludwinski has worked as a professional calligrapher for over 40 years, teaching the subject in both England and Israel and Jerusalem and holding one-man shows of his work in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, London and Tokyo. He has worked on a number of prestigious calligraphic projects including work for the US and Israeli governments and is the designer of a number of Hebrew fonts. His website is at http://www.impwriter.com