book art

my favorite part of reading a book is the end- the last line- after which i can take one last deep breath of it all and find a home for it on my book shelf.  whether admired from afar as a piece of art or referenced often, it is like being in the good company of all the amazing people, places, and things that i read about.  being able to give them a literal place in my life is why i don't rent library books or have a kindle for that matter.  convenient and economical alternatives i am sure, there is something tangible (albeit old school) about buying a book that is priceless. 

individually each binding, cover, and page with its own font, color, and texture- even the smell- is enchanting.  as a collection it gives off a vibrant, alive and organized messy look of sorts that i find oh so charming.  

courtesy of domino

courtesy of domino magazine

courtesy of domino magazine

in manhattan, my favorite bookstore to get lost in is strand, duh.  

(broadway & 12th www.strandbooks.com)

for a more cozy home town experience, check out rj julia in madison, connecticut.

(768 boston post road, downtown madison www.rjjulia.com)

and anywhere you travel for that matter, visit the local bookstore it is very telling.