Amphora no. 194
After much anticipation, the latest issue of Amphora is now out. Alcuin members should’ve recieved it by now and we’re happy to announce that we’re expecting no.195 very soon.
About the cover
Celebrated by poet Douglas Lochhead, High Marsh Road near Sackville, N.B., is one of the many literary landmarks of New Brunswick. Photo by Amphora editor Peter Mitham.
In this issue:
Brunswick Press and the Birth of Modern Children's Publishing in Canada
Sue R. Fisher & Margot Stafford delve into the ambitions and accomplishments of Fredericton’s Brunswick Press.
Beaver Books and Brunswick Press An Appreciation
Peter Mitham discovers the long reach of Beaver Books in his own life.
Documenting and Preserving Typographic History in Canada
Sam Archibald introduces a new initiative dedicated to preserving and celebrating Canadian typography.
On Reading Books
David Mason sees the wisdom in living, and reading, for the moment.
The issue also covers the obituary of Don Keller Black (1936-2023) and the Thomas Fisher Library event Emerging Patterns: Data Visualization Throughout History.
Curious about Amphora?
Members of the Alcuin Society have no doubt been missing Amphora issues in their mailbox since the last issue was mailed in June 2024. Unanticipated family obligations over the past year that required editorial staff take a leave of absence have upended Amphora’s publishing schedule. Our Editor, Peter Mitham, is currently completing the next two issues, and our Assistant Editor, Ágnes Cserháti, has taken on additional responsibilities for finishing the following three issues. Alcuin Society remains committed to three issues per calendar year and a timely publishing timetable. We appreciate the patience of readers and contributors waiting for Amphora’s reappearance.
