In Living Color Book Set
Made to Order at Juniper Custom in Boulder, Colorado
In 1773, Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral made Phillis Wheatley the first African American woman to publish a book. This set places her collected works beside the twentieth-century writers who carried that voice forward: Langston Hughes, Ralph Ellison, Lorraine Hansberry and Alice Walker. The jackets feature an original painting of Wheatley by the Denver artist Detour (Thomas Evans), a portrait at the center of a lineage. It is a set for the reader of American literature, and a centerpiece for any thoughtful library.
The Collection
Hardcovers published by The Modern Library, Harcourt, George Braziller and Oxford University Press:
- The Collected Works of Phillis Wheatley
- The Langston Hughes Reader
- Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison
- A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry
- The Color Purple by Alice Walker
Each set is made entirely to order. Please allow two weeks for production.
Our sister company, Juniper Books, also offers Maya Angelou and Toni Morrison portrait sets featuring original paintings by Detour.
Make It Your Own
Through our Full Custom service, we can expand the book list or design an entirely new jacket for this set. Explore Full Custom design
Please note that customized orders are non-refundable and non-returnable.
FAQs
Who was Phillis Wheatley?
An enslaved young woman in Boston whose 1773 poetry collection made her the first African American woman to publish a book.
Who is Detour?
Thomas Evans, a Denver-based artist known for his portraits, who painted the original Wheatley portrait for these jackets.
Are there companion sets?
Juniper Books offers Maya Angelou and Toni Morrison portrait sets, also featuring paintings by Detour.
For more information, please see our FAQ page.
Juniper Custom
Juniper Custom curates & designs handcrafted book sets and libraries that are works of art for your shelves. Our thoughtfully curated collections elevate beloved classics and pop culture favorites with custom designed jackets, designed and made in our Boulder, Colorado design studio.
At Juniper Custom, we believe in making the custom process as easy as possible for our customers. Our dedicated client service team is always ready to assist you, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish.
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