New World Suite Number Three; a poem in four movements for three voices

Bringhurst (Robert).  Afterword by the author outlining his approach to polyphonic poetry  The Center for Book Arts, New York,  2006 First Edition One of an edition of seventy-five copies signed by Robert Bringhurst, Hedi Kyle, and Richard Minsky Four volumes Folio Printed letterpress in hand-set display type and ‘Monotype’ Dante, arranged by Barbara Henry to Robert Bringhurst’s specifications. Binding structure designed by Hedi Kyle, each volume forming its own lectern when open Fine copy  In his afterword, Bringhurst, a revered poet and book designer, and author of The Elements of Typographic Style, states that ‘the printed text should be as fine as it can be, but it should never be the final incarnation. A book must be a place where things begin.’ This innovative interdisciplinary work is a poem for three voices, to be read simultaneously, and its incarnation involves not only literature, but graphic design, fine binding and performance. The volumes are also available in a specially commissioned box, at a cost of 1,250 pounds. 

Price: £1000