Origami Books

Unusual Origami Books

      This week, I am taking a break from discussing the design of Mein Kampf and writting about unique books. Helen Friel designed this unusual edition of Edgar Allen Poe's the "the Imp of the Perverse." In order to read this copy, the reader has to tear and fold the book, following instructions included.  Friel says that she designed it in this way to challenge the traditional feelings surrounding books, that they need to be unwritten in and preserved. She claims that she wants the reader to find within him or her an Imp, mischievously ripping and tearing.
     Friel is a "paper engineer" and challenges herself to come up with unique ways to deal with paper.  The origami book is one of my favorite book designs, forcing the reader to become involved in the story. They become the Imp, working fervently to discover the progression of the plot.  I would love to own a copy!

                                                                         Until Next Week!
 Alexis Smith