Know that you are going to die, and remember to live with that in mind

Memento Mori : Memento Vivere, is a book that is both a memorial and a celebration of the life of librarian, bibliophile and printer Kathy Whalen.  Written by her partner and co-publisher Graham Moss of Incline Press, the book is presented in a joyous and moving series of 50 double page spreads in the style of a commonplace book.  Each opening shows a letterpress text opposite a sheet of tip-ins, colourful prints and artworks.  The book charts both the home and professional times of Kathy’s life during this 21 year collaboration with Graham, from labels for homemade preserves to Kathy’s address card while working at the Bodleian Library.  Written with open-hearted frankness, the book reminds us that we must all die, and so too be mindful to live as we should.

Special edition: sold out