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Un Episodio En La Vida Del Pintor Viajero / An Episode In The Life Of The Traveling Painter (Literatura Mondadori / Mondadori Li
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Una Pequea Mquina De Fabricar Belleza, Una Manera Feliz De Describir La A Veces Invisible Luz Argentina.Johan Moritz Rugendas, A Quien El Mismo Humboldt Admiraba Como Un Maestro En El Arte Pictrico De La Fisonoma De La Naturaleza, Fue El Mejor De Los Pocos Pintores Viajeros Que Hubo En Occidente. De Su Segundo Viaje A Amrica Resultaron Miles De Leos, Acuarelas Y Dibujos Cuyo Objeto Fueron Primordialmente Las Selvas Y Las Montaas Tropicales. Pero El Objetivo Secreto De Su Viaje Fue Argentina: Solo All, Pensaba, Podra Encontrar El Reverso De Su Arte.La Visit En Dos Ocasiones: En 1847, En Buenos Aires, Registr En Abundancia Los Paisajes Y Tipos Rioplatenses, Y Fue Sta Su Visita Ms Fructfera. Diez Aos Antes, Sin Embargo, Una Breve Y Dramtica Visita A Mendoza Le Dio La Ocasin De Aventurarse Al Centro Soado. Sobre El Rastro De Las Carreteras Gigantes, Rugendas Se Puso En El Camino De La Recta Interpampeana A La Espera De Aquello Que, Por Fin, Desafiara A Su Lpiz Y Lo Obligara A Crear Un Procedimiento Nuevo.Lo Acompa El Pintor Alemn Robert Krauze. Sin Duda, Rugendas Roz, Al Menos Por Unos Instantes, Ese Centro Imposible, Solo Que A Un Precio Muy Alto, Casi Exorbitante. Un Extrao Episodio, Que No Pudo Evitar Absorber, Salvajemente, En Su Cuerpo Entero, Interrumpi La Travesa Y Marc De Un Modo Irreversible, Y Fulminante, Su Vida, Su Arte Y Su Juventud.English Descriptionjohan Moritz Rugendas, Whom Humboldt Himself Admired As A Master In The Pictorial Art Of Capturing Nature Scenes, Was The Best Of The Few Traveling Painters The Western World Had. His Second Trip To The Americas Resulted In Thousands Of Oils, Watercolors, And Drawings, Primarily Of The Jungles And Tropical Mountains. But The Secret Objective Of His Journey Was Argentina: Only There, He Thought, Could He Find The Other Side Of His Art. He Visited It On Two Occasions: In 1847, In Buenos Aires, He Recorded In Abundance The Landscapes Of The Ro De La Plata, And This Was His Most Fruitful Visit. Ten Years Earlier, However, A Brief And Dramatic Visit To Mendoza Had Given Him A Chance To Journey To The Heart Of His Dreams.German Painter Robert Krauze Accompanied Him. Without A Doubt, Rugendas Reached That Impossible Center, At Least For An Instant, But At An Exorbitantly High Price. A Strange Episode, Which He Couldn'T Keep From Savagely Absorbing Into His Entire Body, Interrupted The Journey And Left An Indelible Print On His Life, His Art, And His Youth.
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- Q: What is the page count for this book? A: This book contains one hundred twelve pages. It provides a concise narrative exploring the life of Johan Moritz Rugendas.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The dimensions of this book are five point thirty-nine inches in length, zero point thirty-nine inches in width, and nine point zero six inches in height. These dimensions make it a portable read.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is published in a paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Cesar Aira. He is known for his unique narrative style and exploration of various themes.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book belongs to the genre fiction category. It delves into the artistic and personal journey of a painter.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young adults? A: Yes, this book is suitable for young adults. It explores themes of art, travel, and personal growth, appealing to a wide audience.
- Q: How should I read this book for the best experience? A: To enjoy this book fully, read it in a quiet environment where you can immerse yourself in the narrative. Reflecting on the themes while reading may enhance your understanding.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is appropriate for readers aged sixteen and up. Its themes and narrative complexity cater to a mature audience.
- Q: Can I read this book in one sitting? A: Yes, you can read this book in one sitting. Its one hundred twelve pages make it accessible for a quick but enriching reading experience.
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- Q: Is this book safe for children? A: No, this book is not specifically designed for children. Its themes may be more suitable for older teens and adults.
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- Q: Does this book have any special features? A: No, this book does not have special features such as illustrations or annotations. It focuses on the narrative itself.
- Q: How can I learn more about the author? A: To learn more about the author, Cesar Aira, consider reading his other works or researching his biography online. He has a diverse portfolio worth exploring.
- Q: Is there a sequel or related book to this one? A: No, there is no direct sequel to this book. However, readers may find other works by Cesar Aira intriguing.