Because you were a supporter of our edition of Dante's Inferno, I thought you would be interested to learn about the newest publication we launched this week on Kickstarter. I am excited to announce that, with the blessing of Agatha Christie’s family and estate, we are publishing the first ever fine press edition of one of her most iconic works — Death on the Nile.
As with all Thornwillow publications, this edition is printed letterpress, bound by hand, signed, numbered, and will include a list of subscribers. There are several versions from which to choose — ranging from copies bound in letterpress printed paper wrappers to full leather bindings tooled in gold and set with cabochon jewels.
We have also endeavored to create a book launch which is itself worthy of Christie's exciting text; over the course of the coming weeks, a mystery will be unraveling around the campaign. Follow the project to follow the mystery. You do not need to back the project to participate in the contest—the grand prize being a one-of-a-kind full leather copy set with a cabochon opal. The more participation in the mystery the better... and we will be giving rewards to ALL backers based on participation in the mystery.
Thornwillow is committed to teaching and perpetuating the related arts and crafts of the written word and to bringing out books that will become heirlooms for readers today and for years to come. We need your support to make this happen. Please consider backing this project and join us in celebrating the written word.
With very best regards from the press,
Luke Pontifell
A new book with Henry Louis Gates Jr.
almost 7 years ago
– Thu, Apr 11, 2019 at 11:34:15 AM
Dear friends,
On Tuesday, we launched our newest book in partnership with renowned historian Henry Louis Gates Jr — it's called Frederick Douglass: Portrait of a Free Man. It tells the story of one of the most important figures in American history who, now more than ever, is a shining example of how one can better society during troubled times.
This book is one of our most ambitious projects yet, so we've set a high goal. We need your help to reach it. Please take a look, and consider continuing your support of our work. As always, it means the world to us.
ANNOUNCING: The Great Gatsby
about 7 years ago
– Mon, Feb 04, 2019 at 07:29:47 PM
Dear friends,
We are excited to announce the launch of our newest publication, THE GREAT GATSBY. We have been so honored by all of the wonderful feedback we have received from you on INFERNO, and we wanted you to be among the first to know about this new edition.
As always, the edition is printed letterpress, bound by hand, signed, numbered, and will include a list of subscribers. We have also introduced two new elements. First, the covers are made using genuine engraving, an incredibly intricate process with stunning results. Second, the half-cloth and paper copies are left uncut, as they would have been in Gatsby’s day. (In fact, Gatsby’s uncut books are used as a plot point in the novel.)
Thank you so much for your ongoing support of our work. It means the world to us.
Best wishes, and highest regards from the Press,
TWP
ANNOUNCING: Beauty is the Beginning of Terror
over 7 years ago
– Mon, Nov 05, 2018 at 09:44:47 AM
Dear friends,
We are so pleased to announce our next book: Beauty is the Beginning of Terror.
This week marks the centennial of the end of the First World War. In remembrance of this international event, we have worked with the cadets and faculty of the U. S. Military Academy at West Point to put together an anthology of writings from The Great War unlike any which has ever existed. The book boasts twelve never-before-seen facsimile reproductions of artifacts from the War, and the introduction is written by General Martin E. Dempsey, who served as the highest U. S. military official, as President Obama's Chairman of the Joint Chiefs.
Shipping Update
over 7 years ago
– Wed, Sep 12, 2018 at 01:33:46 AM
Friends,
Nearly every half-leather copy is out the door! The feedback we've been receiving has been overwhelming. THANK YOU. Half-cloth copies have begun shipping; the bindery has been in full swing; half-cloth subscribers should be expecting their tracking codes soon.
As you may have seen, yesterday we launched our next title—Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice! Many of you have subscribed already, and have, again, impressed the publishing world with your commitment to fine ideas in fine books. Again, thank you.
Here are some photos from the bindery—a view into the process. As you receive your copies, please keep the feedback coming. Our team loves to hear your thoughts.
The Martini machine, where each of our books are sewn. The machine is operated by an expert craftsman, who ensures that the books will never fall apart.
The title page of the book.
Once the books are sewn, their endpapers are affixed.
Then, they are bound with their covers. Here's a nearly-finished half-cloth copy. Only the spine label left to do.
