The Illustrator’s Notebook

A postage stamp depicting the Perfume Coast; calligraphy written in the shape of a pear; plane shadows; atlases; and ten-pound notes. A look inside the notebook of an acclaimed Egyptian illustrator reveals that artistic inspiration can be found just about anywhere. Here he records memories of his boyhood, insights into his culture, and careful observations about the everyday world. "Have you ever looked at the beautiful landscape that is drawn right into the palm of your hand?" Reproduced in its original form, with Arabic text integrated into the full-color art.