THE EFFECT OF CULTURAL AND CONTEXTUAL FACTORS IN DEPICTING HISTORICAL THEMES IN BOOK COVER DESIGN | ||
| الدورية العلمية لکلية الفنون الجميلة | ||
| Volume 13, Issue 1, June 2025, Pages 150-165 PDF (1.37 M) | ||
| Document Type: المقالة الأصلية | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/sjfa.2025.365507.1103 | ||
| Author | ||
| George Morcos* | ||
| Senior Lecturer of Graphics and Media, Faculty of Art and Design, The British University in Egypt | ||
| Abstract | ||
| This study explores the cultural and contextual factors involved in depicting unique historical themes through book cover design. Book covers are more than just a visual introduction to a book’s content; they serve as a powerful tool for conveying historical narratives and cultural contexts. The design elements used, such as imagery, typography, color schemes, and overall composition, play a critical role in representing the historical period, events, or figures featured in the book. By examining cultural significance and contextual understanding shape design choices, this research highlights the interplay between graphic elements and historical representation in Designing the book titles "Astronomy in Ancient Alexandria: Its Roots and Achievements in the 3rd Century BC". Through a review of various case studies, this study illustrates how book cover design can enhance or influence the reader’s perception of historical themes, ensuring that the visual aspects align with the cultural and historical narrative of the text. The findings suggest that effective book cover design not only attracts attention but also fosters a deeper connection to the historical content it seeks to portray. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Book Cover; Typography; Texture | ||
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