Dicionário Drummond
Published by Instituto Moreira Salles, Dicionário Drummond (“Drummond Dictionary”) endeavors to enrich the extensive critical legacy of the Brazilian poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade. This book compiles insightful studies of the author’s œuvre, adopting the format of a dictionary. Within its pages, readers will encounter entries meticulously curated to provide a holistic portrayal of Drummond’s expansive literary universe.
The only typeface chosen for the entirety of the book is Heldane—a contemporary serif family that draws inspiration from the Renaissance works of typographers such as Hendrik van den Keere, Claude Garamond, Robert Granjon, and Simon de Colines. This deliberate choice reflects a commitment to a more literary aesthetic rather than a purely utilitarian one. Although the graphic design may evoke the structure of a conventional dictionary, the content within unfolds as a poetic and subjective exploration, transcending mere functionality.
The cover design engages in a typographic interplay, employing low relief to subtly weave together the words “Drummond” and “dictionary.” This design element reinforces the underlying poetic essence of the content, juxtaposed against the utilitarian connotations of a traditional dictionary. In essence, the book seamlessly merges form and function, inviting readers to embark on a journey through the eloquent and nuanced landscapes of Carlos Drummond de Andrade’s literary legacy.
