A playful, poetic exploration of the power and pleasures of enduring love, from a New York Times-bestselling author and illustrator.
u & i is a series of frank, funny and surprising typographic illustrations paired with brief text that tells the story of attraction, marriage, family, frustration, antagonism, and ultimately, the deep appreciation for a lifelong partner.
The story begins with physical attraction that blossoms into a full-blown love affair. i imagines a marriage with u that includes world travel, children, and the joy of watching the children grow. But things don’t go as planned. The marriage faces financial problems, overwhelming responsibilities, and bitter arguments. Eventually, the couple overcomes their troubles and finds themselves in a much richer relationship than they had known before.
A clever, creative perspective on marriage, u & i is a reassuring glimpse of the enduring spark of love.
