Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck

My vision for this piece is heavily influenced by a tactile, visceral feeling of Lenny's perspective that I got while reading the book. A very defining characteristic of Lenny as a person was his connection to physical touch, a factor that is the root of his troubles. In developing my interpretation and design of this book I wanted to relay that basic sense that all of us are familiar with, something to remind and transport one's mindset to simple yet deeply satisfying touch and feel.

All mice and mice accessories are sourced ethically and no animals were harmed in the making of this book.

Full goatskin binding with goat and calf onlays

Palladium tooling, handmade “X” brass tool

Stubs are a laminate of Yupo by Legion Paper

Endsheets are Petrichor by Cave Paper

2024