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Sacred to the Touch: Nordic and Baltic Religious Wood Carving (New Directions in Scandinavian Studies),Used
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With nearmythical forests of birch and pine, the Nordic and Baltic countries boast a rich tradition of religious wood carving that is in many ways emblematic of their cultures. Sacred to the Touch examines the spiritual and intellectual projects of six twentieth and twentyfirstcentury artists who have adapted and revitalized this tradition. Through interviews and analyses, folklorist Thomas A. DuBois explores the notions of continuity with the past that these artists seek to express through their art, examining the forest church of late Finnish artist Eva Ryynnen, the carvings of Norwegian Americans Phillip Odden and Else Bigton that decorate a planned replica of a stave church in Southern California, the medieval Catholicrooted work of Lutheran Sister Lydia Mariadotter (Swedish), the grave markers and roadside figures of Algimantas Sakalauskas (Lithuanian), and the merging of Lutheran and preChristian traditions by Lars Levi Sunna (Smi). With color photographs and detailed descriptions, Sacred to the Touch reveals the interplay of tradition with personal and communal identity that characterize modern religious carving in Northern Europe.
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- Q: What is the title of the book? A: The title of the book is 'Sacred to the Touch: Nordic and Baltic Religious Wood Carving'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Thomas A. DuBois.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains two hundred sixteen pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures ten inches in length, seven point one inches in width, and zero point six inches in height.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of History.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: To read this book, simply open it and start from the first page, following the text.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study, particularly in Scandinavian studies or religious art.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: This book explores themes of religious wood carving and the interplay of tradition with personal identity.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The target audience includes students, scholars, and enthusiasts of Nordic and Baltic cultures.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place, upright on a shelf to prevent bending.
- Q: Can I clean the book's cover? A: Yes, you can clean the book's cover with a damp cloth, avoiding excess moisture.
- Q: Is this book safe for children? A: Yes, this book is generally considered safe for children, though parental discretion is advised.
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