A couple of book clocks
By @edent
· art books · 1 comment · 150 words
I was inspired by this delightful bookshop clock:
Bookshop clock... pic.twitter.com/1tvwJiI4kn
— David Coates (@OziasMidwinter) May 16, 2021
I wondered - if it was possible to create a similar clock using books from a single author? So here's my first attempt - using Agatha Christie's novels.
I've tried to use first edition covers, where possible. There are a few notable absences - 8, 9, and 11. The 2 is represented by "And two other stories" - which is a bit weak! If you can suggest ways to fill the gaps, I'd love your ideas.
Or, if you can think of a prolific author who can easily fill the twelve spaces, do let me know!
Other Suggestions
A Roman Numerals one could work with tech books e.g Vi editor, OS X
— Richard Morton (he/him) (@accessibleweb) May 18, 2021
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Bannerman & Lodge's 'The Birds of the British Isles. Complete in 12 Volumes' should do it.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Birds-British-Isles-Complete-12-Volumes/dp/B001GPN2OY