Cat Women
“One day I was counting the cats and I absent-mindedly counted myself.”
—Bobbie Ann Mason, “Residents and Transients”
Women and cats have a long history together,...
Edges, Corners, and Odd Facts for the True Book Lover
Incipit invites you to indulge in the sensory delight of books. From the tactile pleasure of turning pages to the enchanting aroma of paper and ink, explore the magic of bibliophilia.
The Ink, the Devil, the Wicked Errata
Explore the rich history and artistry of book production, from the evolution of calligraphy inks to the rise of the printing press. Discover the magic of decorated edges, the allure of Brobdingnagiana and Lilliputiana, and the cautionary tales of books with fatal secrets. Join the celebration of bibliophilia and the enduring power of books to inspire, comfort, and connect readers across generations.
Golden Slumbers
Feature: The Rose Bower (1885 –1890), by Edward Burne-Jones
Artmedia / Alamy Stock Photo
In the dining room of Buscot Park, in Oxfordshire, England, a beautiful...
Reaching for the Stars
Photography © Kent Miller / NPS
Since time immemorial, humankind has looked to the stars, finding not only great beauty in Earth’s celestial ceiling but meaning...
A Sentiment of Sunflowers
You are no doubt expecting me to expound on the romance of flowers in Victorian art, but I think I shall instead start with...
The Moon-Gazing Hare
Look for her at midnight, as she twitches her nose and raises her head to the full moon, soft ears falling behind her. She...
The Witch in Autumn
Photographer: Val Gleason @vallerina01
Model: Jessica White @_.Jxssiica._
HMUA: Jonathan Lee of Magic Demon Cosmetics @magickmua_studios
Sometimes, in autumn, you’re not sure whether to laugh or...
A Tale as Old as Time
As the classic Disney song reminds us, “Beauty and the Beast” possesses a rich history and a powerful legacy of enchantment. While most versions we...
Ships of Flame
Flying Dutchman (20th century), English School
©Look and Learn:Bridgeman Images
From Issue 59 - The Nautical Issue
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My grandfather once saw the Phantom...