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Book Synopsis: Mike Wilks set out in the 1980s to depict as many words as possible in twenty-six images corresponding to the alphabet. His four-year painting odyssey resulted in a suite of magnificent compilations, all minutely detailed, masterfully rendered, and slightly surreal. Each image contains dozens, if not hundreds, of items all starting with the same letter. It is a mind-blowing and enjoyably engaging task to attempt to identify all of the objects. One wonders at the artist accomplishing this seemingly Herculean artistic endeavor.
The reader need not go crazy, however, trying to name all of the words represented in the images (at last count, 7,819!). Numbered line drawings accompanied by lists of words serve as keys to the paintings. In examining the paintings carefully, one can check findings against the keys and in doing so will discover new words, as well as take delight in the process of examining the art carefully. It's art appreciation and a game of discovery, all in one.
The images in this book were first published in 1986 in the best-selling The Ultimate Alphabet, and later in The Annotated Ultimate Alphabet, in which keys to the images were included. Now, The Ultimate Alphabet: Complete Edition brings these two volumes together in this deluxe slipcase edition. One volume presents the paintings with introductory text by the artist; the other offers the keyed drawings and alphabetical lists of words.
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Introducing the Ultimate Alphabet: Complete Edition Book, a masterpiece by artist Mike Wilks that will take you on an awe-inspiring journey through the letters of the alphabet. Wilks dedicated four years to capturing the essence of as many words as possible in each meticulously-detailed painting. Each image is a surreal, yet captivating, blend of items that all begin with the same letter. With a mind-boggling count of 7,819 words represented across the paintings, you'll be endlessly fascinated as you try to identify them all.
But don't worry, you don't have to go crazy trying to name every single word! The Ultimate Alphabet: Complete Edition provides you with numbered line drawings and accompanying word lists that serve as keys to the paintings. Dive into the world of art appreciation and embark on a thrilling game of discovery. Examine the paintings carefully, cross-check your findings with the keys, and be prepared to uncover new words that will leave you in awe. This book is not just a piece of art, it's a captivating experience that will keep you engaged for hours.
Originally published in 1986 as The Ultimate Alphabet, and later in The Annotated Ultimate Alphabet, this deluxe slipcase edition brings together the best of both volumes. With one volume presenting the captivating paintings accompanied by an artist's introduction, and another volume offering the numbered drawings and alphabetical lists of words, this complete edition is a treasure trove for art enthusiasts and word lovers alike.
Indulge in the Ultimate Alphabet: Complete Edition Book today and unlock the beauty of art, the thrill of exploration, and the joy of unraveling hidden words. It's time to immerse yourself in this extraordinary fusion of art and education. Get your hands on this exquisite edition now and embark on a journey you'll never forget.
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