A maverick publisher revives literature with modern touches

Here’s One from Michael Upchurch, the Seattle Times book critic, on some classic authors and books that were rereleased or published last year. London’s Hesperus Press, founded just last year, is bringing an eclectic lineup of books back into print.

All the books are short, around 100 pages, and there are already a lot of them: 54 so far. All the translations — which make up more than half their list — are new. Though slender, these paperbacks — with the stiff French-fold dustjackets and sturdy paper — have a solid feel to them, and they’re all strikingly designed.

January 4, 2004 by Uncategorized 0

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