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The Century Of Artists' Books
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From Codex To Document, From Performance To Selfimage, The World Of Artists' Books Is Made Available To Student And Teacher, Collector And Connoisseur. Paula Frosch, Metropolitan Museum Of Art Library, Library Journal Now Back In Print! Johanna Drucker'S The Century Of Artists' Books Is The Seminal Fulllength Study Of The Development Of Artists' Books As A Twentiethcentury Art Form. By Situating Artists' Books Within The Context Of Mainstream Developments In The Visual Arts, Drucker Raises Critical And Theoretical Issues As Well As Providing A Historical Overview Of The Medium. Within Its Pages, She Explores More Than Two Hundred Individual Books In Relation To Their Structure, Form, And Conceptualization. This Latest Edition Of The Book Features A New Preface By Drucker And Includes An Introduction By New York Times Senior Art Critic Holland Cotter.Prior Praise For Johanna Drucker'S The Century Of Artists' Books:[Drucker] Locates The Artists' Book, In All Of Its Multitudinous Aspects, Within Every Significant Modern Movement And Draws On An Extensive Bibliography Of Scholarly References To Reveal The Philosophical And Artistic Connections Among The Several Emerging Avantgarde Movements Of The Early Twentieth Century.... The Book Vastly Expands Our Understanding Of The Interdependence Of Structure And Meaning In Artists' Books.Buzz Spector, Art Journala Folded Fan, A Set Of Blocks, Words Embedded In Lucite: Artists' Books Are A Singular Form Of Imaginative Expression. With The Insight Of The Artist And The Discernment Of The Art Historian, Drucker Details Over 200 Of These Works, Relating Them To The Variety Of Art Movements Of The Last Century And Tracing Their Development In Form And Concept. This Work, One Of The First Fulllength Studies Available Of Artists' Books, Provides Both A Critical Analysis Of The Structures Themselves And A Basis For Further Reflection On The Philosophical And Conceptual Roles They Play. From Codex To Document, From Performance To Selfimage, The World Of Artists' Books Is Made Available To Student And Teacher, Collector And Connoisseur. A Useful Work For All Art Collections, Both Public And Academic. Paula Frosch, Metropolitan Museum Of Art Library, Library Journal
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- Q: What are the dimensions of 'The Century of Artists' Books'? A: The book measures six point thirty-eight inches in length, one point eleven inches in width, and eight point ninety-four inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains three hundred seventy-eight pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Century of Artists' Books'? A: The author of this book is Johanna Drucker.
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Century of Artists' Books'? A: The main theme revolves around the development of artists' books as a significant twentieth-century art form.
- Q: What audience is 'The Century of Artists' Books' suitable for? A: This book is suitable for students, teachers, collectors, and connoisseurs interested in art.
- Q: How do I read 'The Century of Artists' Books'? A: You can read this book like any standard book, but it offers a deeper understanding of artists' books within art history.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for art beginners? A: Yes, this book is appropriate for beginners as it provides a comprehensive introduction to artists' books.
- Q: Can I find critical analyses in this book? A: Yes, the book includes critical analyses and discussions of over two hundred individual artists' books.
- Q: How should I store 'The Century of Artists' Books'? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place, preferably upright on a shelf to maintain its condition.
- Q: What is the condition of the used copies? A: Used copies are typically in good condition, but inspect details for specific wear.
- Q: How can I keep this book in good condition? A: To keep the book in good condition, avoid exposure to direct sunlight and handle it with clean hands.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: Books typically do not come with a warranty, but check the seller’s return policy.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact the seller immediately to discuss return or replacement options.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations or images? A: Yes, the book features numerous illustrations of artists' books throughout its pages.
- Q: What makes this book a significant study in art history? A: This book is significant as it situates artists' books within the broader context of modern art movements, offering historical insights.