Arrival & Exodus
a book by Derek J Fiedler exploring the symbolic structure of the story 'Arrival'
On February 20, 2024, Derek and Colin Miller revealed a secret project to bring the Arrival & Exodus essay to life.
Derek is writing a series of articles for the Symbolic World Press that combines everything he has learned while addressing the meaning crisis, studying Scripture, and symbolism. The articles, combined with additional writing from essays and interviews, will be put together into a full book whose working title is The Symbolism of Arrival.
Colin Miller, founder of Sylvan Bookworks, and Derek J Fiedler have come together to create a handcrafted edition on the foundational chapter, Arrival & Exodus. This chapter is a condensed version of the other 8 chapters, a seed that contains all of the elements that will grow into the full book.
You can be One-of-Twelve to own the first prints of the deluxe hardcover. The book will be sold exclusively through Derek’s Substack. Only those who are subscribed to his newsletter can purchase the book.
Colin Miller is a craftsman book binder. His work creates a reading experience that brings the text to life. He pushes the boundaries of the possible. You can read Colin’s Substack post on the process of making Arrival & Exodus handcrafted edition.
Watch the announcement video as Derek and Colin reveal the first hand-made copy of the book.
Are we calling dibs?
Beautiful. Love your work Derek, and would certainly be interested in buying one of these beta-copies if you end up selling them -- though I'm sure I'd find it difficult to part with a single copy were I in your shoes!