If you have a soft spot for old Penguin book covers, you'll enjoy these parodys by M. S. Corley. He has redesigned the seven Harry Potter books in the manner of vintage Penguins. Admittedly, my interest in these is also due to being a Harry Potter fan. The choice of subject matter and imagery is really appropriate to each book. Below are two favorites.
I prefer this stylistic treatment to the actual illustrations for Harry Potter. In their generality and reduction, these images are more universal and call forth larger themes in the books. The cover for
The Chamber of Secrets shows the classic subjects of vanquisher and foe, knight and dragon, menace and victory. The
Deathly Hallows cover is very psychological, addressing issues of fear and isolation. Who knew that we'd end up feeling sorry for "you know who."
See the whole series.
I prefer this stylistic treatment to the actual illustrations for Harry Potter. In their generality and reduction, these images are more universal and call forth larger themes in the books. The cover for The Chamber of Secrets shows the classic subjects of vanquisher and foe, knight and dragon, menace and victory. The Deathly Hallows cover is very psychological, addressing issues of fear and isolation. Who knew that we'd end up feeling sorry for "you know who." See the whole series.
4 comments:
I totally agree. These are way more compelling, interesting and timeless than the original cover art. ...Somehow much more adult, too. My favorite covers are Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and ...the Prisoner of Azkaban. ...Now I know what to get Ryan for Christmas this year.
I love the time-turner necklace and how abstract Hermione's hair is in the Prisoner of Azkaban cover.
So you're getting the prints? You are so cool!
Miriam
I just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful comment you left me. Sounds like you share my appreciation for the heart and soul of this series.
It is always nice to hear from those who appreciate the art and the insight behind the idea. Comments like yours continue to make these projects a thrill for me.
Thanks again.
Although the US editions of the Harry Potter series are beautifully designed, I do like this interpretation. It does present the books as more adult and timeless.
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