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A Revealing, Animated Biography Of A Sexual And Intellectual Rebel And A Great Painterin 1942, At The Height Of His Fame, Augustus John Predicted That Fifty Years From Now I Shall Be Known As The Brother Of Gwen John. Gwen John (18761939) Is Indeed Now Recognised As A Great Artistic Innovator, Yet For Years Her Life Remained Shrouded In The Myth Of The Solitary Recluse. Born In Pembrokeshire, Gwen Followed Her Brother To The Slade. Her Future Was Bound Up With Augustus, His Women And His Coteries, Yet She Was Also Daring And Highly Original, Living Determinedly In Her Own Way.Defiant Yet Shy, She Painted And Modelled Amid The Bohemian Circles Of Early Twentiethcentury Paris And Embarked On A Long, Intense Love Affair With Frances Most Legendary Artistic Figure, The Sculptor Rodin. A Friend Of Symbolist Poets And Postimpressionist Painters, Later She Turned Increasingly To Religion, Achieving A Deep Serenity Which Masked Her Inner Turbulence And Creating Her Haunting Paintings, Described As Delicate And Austere, Restrained And Still.Based On Her Lively And Passionate Unpublished Letters And Lavishly Illustrated, This Vivid New Biography Challenges Our Prejudices About The Ways We Evaluate Women Artists And Finally Uncovers The Life Of This Ardent And Complicated Personality, One Of The Finest Artists Of Her Day.
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- Q: What is the subject of the book 'Gwen John: A Painter's Life'? A: The book is a biography of Gwen John, an influential painter, exploring her life as a sexual and intellectual rebel within the art world.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Gwen John: A Painter's Life'? A: The author of the book is Sue Roe.
- Q: What can I expect in terms of content from this biography? A: The biography includes unpublished letters and is richly illustrated, providing insights into Gwen John's life, her relationships, and her artistic contributions.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Gwen John: A Painter's Life'? A: The book was published on December 5, 2001.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 464 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Gwen John: A Painter's Life' have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Gwen John: A Painter's Life' a first edition? A: Yes, this book is a first edition.
- Q: In what category does this book fall? A: The book is categorized under 'Artists, Architects & Photographers'.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in 'Gwen John: A Painter's Life'? A: The book discusses themes of artistic innovation, the struggles of women artists, and Gwen John's complex personal relationships.
- Q: Is the book suitable for readers unfamiliar with Gwen John's work? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive overview of her life and work, making it accessible for readers new to her art.