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Material Witness: The Selected Letters Of Fairfield Porter
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The Publication Of Porter'S Letters Marks An Occasion For A Renewed Celebration Of His Painting And An Appreciation Of His Quirky, Indeed Ornery, Personality. Porter Was A Feisty Correspondent, Who Fearlessly Entered The Intellectual Discourse Of His Time.From The Introduction By David LehmanIn This Lifetime Of Letters, Fairfield Porter Reveals The Complexity And Passion Of A Protagonist In A Novel By Dostoevsky Or Henry James.Jane Freilicherfairfield Porter (190775) Has Been Called By Poet John Ashbery Perhaps The Major American Artist Of The Century. He Was Also Known As A Gifted Art Critic.Beyond Shedding Light On His Personal Views, This Collection Of Fairfield Porter'S Letters Demonstrates His Profound Contribution To American Art And Literature And Displays His Acumen As A Political Critic. The Letters Tell The Story Of A Reserved Artist And Intellectual, Torn Between The Tensions And Pressures He Felt Among Politics, Family Life, And Paintinga Man Who Forged A Painting Style Outside The Politically Correct Artistic Perceptions Of Both Left And Right.The Collection Includes Letters From Porter'S Early Travels To The Soviet Union, Including A Description Of An Interview With Trotsky, As Well As Some Of His Later Letters To Close Friends, Including Frank O'Hara, Kenneth Koch, Rod Padgett, Larry Rivers, And James Schuyler, Among Others. While The Letters Reveal Many Sides Of The Brilliant And Independentminded Porter, They Also Provide A Cultural Context For The Time Period And The Circle Of Artists And Poets With Whom Porter Associated. The Letters Not Only Tell A Story Of The Artist Himself But Are Also Valuable Documents Of The Political And Artistic Upheavals Of The 1930S, 40S, And 50S.This Rich Collection Is Introduced By Poet And Critic David Lehman And Includes Notes By Justin Spring, Author Of Porter'S Biography.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Material Witness: The Selected Letters of Fairfield Porter'? A: The book encompasses the complexities of Fairfield Porter's life as an artist and critic, revealing his personal views and contributions to American art and literature through a collection of his letters.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ted Leigh.
- Q: What kind of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Material Witness: The Selected Letters of Fairfield Porter'? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: When was 'Material Witness: The Selected Letters of Fairfield Porter' published? A: The book was published on April 22, 2005.
- Q: What is the significance of the letters included in this collection? A: The letters provide insight into Porter's thoughts during significant historical moments and showcase his interactions with prominent figures in the art world.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Material Witness: The Selected Letters of Fairfield Porter'.
- Q: Who wrote the introduction for this book? A: The introduction is written by poet and critic David Lehman.
- Q: What kind of insights can readers expect from Porter's letters? A: Readers can expect insights into Porter's personal life, his artistic philosophy, and the cultural context of his time, including interactions with other artists and political commentary.
- Q: Does this book include any additional notes or commentary? A: Yes, the book includes notes by Justin Spring, who is the author of Porter’s biography.