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The GPC Bible

The GPC Bible is a beautiful, modern heirloom edition of the NIV Bible produced in collaboration with celebrated NYC artist Eric Haze and a team of designers with a desire to bring the words of God to life for a new generation. thegpc.com

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Above all, reading Scripture is a deeply personal human experience. The GPC Bible has been designed in such a way that modern readers can encounter the text of the Bible in an approachable way that putsthe text front and center, and footnotes on the periphery, with ample white space to immerse people in the reading experience. https://thegpc.com/
Above all, reading Scripture is a deeply personal human experience. The GPC Bible has been designed in such a way that modern readers can encounter the text of the Bible in an approachable way that putsthe text front and center, and footnotes on the periphery, with ample white space to immerse people in the reading experience. thegpc.com
The past five years has seen a resurgence in innovative Bible design, especially in the area of reductive experiences: removing footnotes, verses, and chapters to create immersive reading experiences. By contrast The GPC Bible embraces the complexity of ancient texts by employing a traditional two-column layout with footnotes rendered to the side of the main text block. By allowing each column to have ample breathing room, this innovative Bible creates an immersive tactile and visual reading experience of its own that honors tradition while moving it forward. https://thegpc.com/
The past five years has seen a resurgence in innovative Bible design, especially in the area of reductive experiences: removing footnotes, verses, and chapters to create immersive reading experiences. By contrast The GPC Bible embraces the complexity of ancient texts by employing a traditional two-column layout with footnotes rendered to the side of the main text block. By allowing each column to have ample breathing room, this innovative Bible creates an immersive tactile and visual reading experience of its own that honors tradition while moving it forward. thegpc.com
Many beautiful books fall down when it comes to their binding. When considering a large hardback volume is it pivotal that the volume can “lay flat” from any page. This is achieved through a sewn binding. The GPC Bible opens flat, flexing the binding to create an impressively uniform arc, showcasing the quality of the sewn binding. It is clear through the execution of this design that it is intended to last and be used daily for a lifetime (and beyond). https://thegpc.com/
Many beautiful books fall down when it comes to their binding. When considering a large hardback volume is it pivotal that the volume can “lay flat” from any page. This is achieved through a sewn binding. The GPC Bible opens flat, flexing the binding to create an impressively uniform arc, showcasing the quality of the sewn binding. It is clear through the execution of this design that it is intended to last and be used daily for a lifetime (and beyond). thegpc.com
Typography plays a vital role in any written project. Many mass-produced Bible don’t give attention to the nuance, beauty, and energy afforded by robust typeface selection. The GPC Bible has selected two beautiful type families from Swiss foundry Grilli Type: GT America and GT Sectra. https://thegpc.com/
Typography plays a vital role in any written project. Many mass-produced Bible don’t give attention to the nuance, beauty, and energy afforded by robust typeface selection. The GPC Bible has selected two beautiful type families from Swiss foundry Grilli Type: GT America and GT Sectra. thegpc.com
The collaboration with celebrated artist Eric Haze makes a beautiful contrast to the modern typography employed by The GPC Bible. His calligraphic and graffiti-esque marks bring an artistic human touch to the neutral elements, balancing them in the right way, and marking a personal introduction to each book of Scripture. https://thegpc.com/
The collaboration with celebrated artist Eric Haze makes a beautiful contrast to the modern typography employed by The GPC Bible. His calligraphic and graffiti-esque marks bring an artistic human touch to the neutral elements, balancing them in the right way, and marking a personal introduction to each book of Scripture. thegpc.com
Even the packaging is a minimalist work of art, with thick red paper wrapping the Bible itself. When the Bible is removed, Eric Haze’s large lettering captures words of Jesus himself from John 6:20: “Don’t Be Afraid!”. https://thegpc.com/
Even the packaging is a minimalist work of art, with thick red paper wrapping the Bible itself. When the Bible is removed, Eric Haze’s large lettering captures words of Jesus himself from John 6:20: “Don’t Be Afraid!”. thegpc.com