Role: Book Design, Cover Illustration & Lettering
From the shadows of defeat, greatness is forged.
This Brazilian collector’s edition of the classic features a double-sided dust jacket, each with an unique illustration inspired by the book’s central theme. This is the story of a poor man ascending to power – so a golden finish was used in contrast to the crude lettering, while both drawings reflect on the cruel cost of ambition and appearances.
The lettering was entirely hand-drawn, inspired by the vernacular of prison walls. The symbol of tally marks is purposely blended with scars and the cross, reminiscent of Edmond Dantè’s journey in the book.
