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The Art Of Reading: An Illustrated History Of Books In Paint
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Why Do Artists Love Books? This Volume Takes This Tantalizingly Simple Question As A Starting Point To Reveal Centuries Of Symbiosis Between The Visual And Literary Arts. First Looking At The Development Of Printed Books And The Simultaneous Emergence Of The Modern Figure Of The Artist, The Art Of Reading Appraises Works By The Many Great Masters Who Took Inspiration From The Printed Word. Bringing Together More Than One Hundred Paintings That Include Books As Part Of Their Subject Matter, This Lively And Companionable Survey Examines How The Book Became The Single Most Ubiquitous Feature Of Our Cultural Lives And, In Large Measure, Of Everyday Existence.Authors Jamie Camplin And Maria Ranauro Weave Together An Engaging Cultural History That Probes The Ways In Which Books And Paintings Represent A Key To Understanding Ourselves And The Past. Paintings Contain A World Of Information About Religion, Class, Gender, And Power, But They Also Reveal Details Of Everyday Life Often Lost In History Textsand All The More So When Books Are Depicted. Such Artworks Show Us Not Only How Books Have Been Used And Valued Over Time But Also How The Significance And Practice Of Reading Have Evolved In Western Society.Featuring Work By Artists From Across Europe And The United States And All Painting Genres, The Art Of Reading Explores The Twothousandyear Story Of The Great Painters And The Preeminent Informationproviding, Knowledgeendowing, Solacegiving, Beliefsupporting, Leisureenriching, Pleasuredelivering Medium Of All Time: The Book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Art of Reading'? A: 'The Art of Reading' explores the relationship between visual art and literature, examining how artists have drawn inspiration from books throughout history.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Jamie Camplin and Maria Ranauro.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Art of Reading' have? A: 'The Art of Reading' contains 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Art of Reading' is published in a hardcover edition, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'The Art of Reading' published? A: 'The Art of Reading' was published on October 2, 2018.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Art of Reading' is categorized under Still Life, focusing on paintings that depict books.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art history enthusiasts? A: Yes, 'The Art of Reading' is suitable for art history enthusiasts as it delves into the cultural significance of books in visual arts.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, the book features over one hundred paintings that include books as part of their subject matter.
- Q: What kind of information can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the depiction of books in art, their historical significance, and the evolution of reading practices in Western society.
- Q: Is 'The Art of Reading' a good gift for bibliophiles? A: Yes, 'The Art of Reading' makes an excellent gift for bibliophiles and art lovers, as it celebrates the intersection of literature and visual art.