Exploding the Codex

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By Louisiana Artist Alisa Banks

Accordion and tunnel book; "Poule Aye"

Deep within the LSU Libraries Special Collections, certain works of literature wear their status as a "book" a tad differently from the crowd. These works challenge expectations of how our stories should be encased with books in a variety of shapes, materials, and structures. The most extraordinary and magical will be on display at Hill Memorial Library in the exhibition Exploding the Codex: Book Arts in the Special Collections, presented in association with the LSU School of Art. Works by artists Amos Kennedy, Ron King, Claire van Vliet, and many more bring in a variety of printing techniques, structures, and binding types, exploring subjects ranging from playful celebration or political calls to action. Free to the public, and on display until December 13. 

For more information, visit lib.lsu.edu/special.