1493: Uncovering the New World Columbus Created
Date
Credits
- Abby Weintraub Designer
- James O. Milmoe Photographer
Format
- Book 880
Publishers
Media
- paper 1701
Dimensions
Printed Pages
Locations Made
- United States 898
The cover design of this book blends historical depth with strong visual impact, creating a unique artistic atmosphere. The background primarily features blue tones, evoking an ancient and mysterious feeling that complements the historical themes discussed in the book. At the center of the cover is the painting De Espanol Y Negra, mulato, symbolizing the complexities of cross-cultural and racial fusion, echoing the conflicts and changes brought about by Columbus's discovery of the New World. The spine of the book showcases various images of baked bread, representing the cultural exchange and material trade during the colonial period, further deepening the cover's thematic elements.The overall design uses these two visual elements，the historically rich painting and the lively images of bread，to display both the diversity of the New World and the book's central themes. Additionally, the distinctive cover design ensures the book stands out in a crowd, easily capturing the reader's attention, particularly on a bookshelf where it can be instantly recognized.
