From: Denise I. Matulka <dimatulka>
Date: Sun, 27 Jan 2002 12:39:39 +0800

Joyce:

You raise an interesting question. That design ploy was used in another Caldecott honor book: and "Puss in Boots" (1991). However, the title and illustrator information was on the back cover. I haven't seen Collier's book in a few months, remind me, was the title, illustrator, etc. on the back cover?

In the case of Collier's book, I would say that just the image of MLK is sufficient to stand by itself. He is one of the most recognizable names/faces in the 20th century. I recall being struck by the imagery the first time I saw "Martin's Big Words" in a bookstore. I immediately picked up the book to examine it. I would call that a successful design strategy.

Denise

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