KSIĄŻKA W JĘZYKU ANGIELSKIM.Wyjątkowy album autorstwa Julian Beecroft, poświęcony jednej z najbardziej poruszających i oryginalnych artystek XXwieku - Frida Kahlo. Jej sztuka, głęboko autobiograficzna i silnie osadzona w doświadczeniu cierpienia fizycznego oraz emocjonalnej turbulencji, została tutaj przedstawiona w pełnej gamie - od wczesnych, niepokojących eksperymentów po późniejsze dzieła o jeszcze intensywniejszym wyrazie. Publikacja zawiera 128 stron pełnych barwnych reprodukcji, wysokiej jakości analizę twórczości oraz przystępny tekst, który przybliża kontekst życiowy i artystyczny artystki. Twarda oprawa, format wygodny do przeglądania i przemyślany układ graficzny czynią z tej pozycji zarówno elegancki albumprezent, jak i wartościowe źródło dla miłośników sztuki współczesnej. The painful, exquisite art of Mexico's favourite artist was a product of immense physical pain, and an emotional tumultuous life. The new book features the range and power of her heavily autobiographical work, from the early, disturbing explorations of personal suffering to the more dulled, painkiller-drenched paintings of her later life.
KSIĄŻKA W JĘZYKU ANGIELSKIM.Impressionists przenosi czytelnika do Paryża XIX wieku, ożywiając piękne i inspirujące dzieła Moneta, Maneta, Renoira, Pissarra oraz całej grupy impresjonistów. Książka zabiera nas w podróż do jednego z najbardziej wpływowych i lubianych ruchów malarskich w historii sztuki. Starannie wyselekcjonowane najbardziej ikoniczne obrazy tego okresu sąsiadują z mniej znanymi, lecz równie imponującymi pracami, które doskonale oddają ducha i pasję tamtej epoki.Bringing to life the gorgeous, inspiring art of Monet, Manet, Renoir, Pissarro and their group, Impressionists takes the reader back to Nineteenth Century Paris to explore one of the most influential, and popular art movements in the history of painting. A careful selection of the period's most enduring artworks sits alongside some lesser known, but equally impressive images to convey the spirit and passion of the era.
KSIĄŻKA W JĘZYKU ANGIELSKIM.Elegancki, bogato ilustrowany album autorstwa CandiceRussell poświęcony twórczości jednego z najważniejszych malarzy ekspresjonistycznych - Edvard Munchowi. Jego dzieła poruszają uniwersalne tematy miłości, życia, śmierci i cierpienia, a książka wprowadzając czytelnika w biografię artysty, ukazuje jego najdonioślejsze prace w całej okazałości. Publikacja liczy 128 stron, zawiera około 100 kolorowych ilustracji oraz wymiarowość (231203mm) dostosowaną do roli efektownego albumuprezentu. W twardej oprawie i wysokiej jakości druku stanowi znakomity wybór zarówno dla entuzjastów sztuki, jak i miłośników designu. A beautiful new gift art book all about Edvard Munch, the Norwegian artist behind the first truly Expressionist picture The Scream. Absorbed by such motifs as love, life, death and anguish, Munch's paintings captured the psychological feelings evoked by man. Beginning with a fresh and captivating introduction to Munch's life and art, the book showcases several of his works in all their glory.
KSIĄŻKA W JĘZYKU ANGIELSKIM.Leonardo da Vinci był uosobieniem renesansowego ideału humanisty - genialnym polimatą o epickich proporcjach, który nie ograniczał się wyłącznie do sztuki. Doskonale odnajdywał się w wynalazczości, anatomii, architekturze, inżynierii, literaturze, matematyce, muzyce, naukach przyrodniczych, astronomii i wielu innych dziedzinach. Jego dorobek jest oszałamiający. Słusznie uznawany jest za twórcę absolutnych arcydzieł malarstwa, takich jak Mona Lisa i Ostatnia Wieczerza, oraz za niezwykle precyzyjne i pełne gracji rysunki. Fenomen Leonarda nie rozwinąłby się jednak w takim stopniu, gdyby nie hojny mecenat rodu Medyceuszy. To właśnie oni zamówili ogromną część sztuki i architektury epoki oraz stworzyli wyjątkowo sprzyjające środowisko dla rozwoju kreatywności. Ta przepiękna, luksusowa nowa książka przedstawia szerszy portret mistrza w kontekście tego wyjątkowego środowiska mecenatu, obok dzieł innych kluczowych artystów, którzy korzystali z protekcji Medyceuszy - od Brunelleschiego, przez Donatella, aż po Michała Anioła i Rafaela.Leonardo da Vinci was the epitome of the Renaissance humanist ideal, a logical polymath of epic proportions who excelled and had interests not just in art but in invention, anatomy, architecture, engineering, literature, mathematics, music, science, astronomy and more. His oeuvre is astounding and he is rightly famed for his masterpieces of painting such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, and his astonishingly technical and graceful drawings. The phenomenon that was Leonardo would not of course have flourished to such an extent had it not been for the patronage and sponsorship of the Medici family, who commissioned a large proportion of the art and architecture of the era and fostered a fertile climate for creativity. This sumptuous new book offers a broader view of this master artist in the context of this environment, alongside the work of other key artists who benefited from the Medicis, from Brunelleschi through Donatello to Michelangelo and Raphael.
KSIĄŻKA W JĘZYKU ANGIELSKIM.Kompletny przewodnik po historii jazzu i bluesa - od XIX-wiecznych afroamerykańskich korzeni aż po współczesność. Książka podzielona na rozdziały poświęcone poszczególnym epokom zawiera sekcje "Dźwięki i źródła", alfabetyczny spis artystów z rekomendacjami kluczowych nagrań, a także omówienie najważniejszych stylów (od ragtime'u i bebopu po rhythm & blues) oraz instrumentów. Napisaną przez ekspertów, bogato ilustrowaną i łatwą w użyciu encyklopedię polecamy zarówno doświadczonym miłośnikom jazzu i bluesa, jak i wszystkim, którzy chcą lepiej poznać te niezwykłe gatunki.The Definitive Jazz & Blues Encyclopedia, now fully updated from the illustrated edition, is the ultimate guide to two musical styles that have fundamentally influenced popular music. Divided into chapters, each covering a different era, the book traces the evolution of jazz and blues from their nineteenth-century African-American origins right through to the present day. Each chapter starts with a Sounds & Sources section, looking at the key developments in the music during that period. This is followed by an A-Z of artists from that era, with more extensive entries on key artists that include recommended classic recordings. With further sections on Styles, covering everything from Ragtime to Bebop and Texas Blues to Rhythm & Blues, and more; and Instruments, all written by a team of experts, this invaluable encyclopedia is comprehensive, easy to use and highly informative.
KSIĄŻKA W JĘZYKU ANGIELSKIM.Kompletny przewodnik po historii opery - od starożytnych greckich korzeni, przez dzieła Hndla i Mozarta, aż po rewolucyjne kompozycje Verdiego, Wagnera i twórców współczesnych. Książka podzielona według epok przedstawia kompozytorów, ich najważniejsze dzieła, librecistów i najwybitniejszych śpiewaków w kontekście historycznym, społecznym i kulturowym. Bogate sekcje wprowadzające, odnośniki i ramki tematyczne ułatwiają śledzenie wybranych wątków. Ta pięknie napisana encyklopedia ożywia splendor, emocje i wielkość opery, jej największych dzieł, wykonawców i scen.This comprehensive guide traces the history of opera from its ancient Greek roots through the masterpieces of Handel and Mozart to the groundbreaking works of Verdi, Wagner, and beyond. Organised by era, the book places composers, their key works, librettists, and legendary singers in historical, social, and cultural context. With clear cross-references and thematic boxes, it brings to life the splendour and emotional power of the greatest operas, performers, and companies.
The rise of the Art Nouveau style across Continental Europe and the US in all forms of art was remarkable and is explored in this beautifully illustrated book. Discussing the movement first as a whole, then from the angle of the graphic arts and finally as manifested in the fine arts, it focuses on the style in two dimensions. From the work of well-known figures such as Toulouse-Lautrec, Gaudí and Tiffany to beautiful posters and illustrations advertising everything from coffee to costumes, and even including an exploration of the links to Synthetism and Symbolism among other movements, the book is a treat from start to finish.
Focusing on Art Deco graphic art and illustration, this gorgeous new book features fascinating text on the movement in general, fashion and advertising, accompanied by beautiful reproductions of work by talents such as Barbier, Erté, Cassandre and Colin. Sympathetic examples of other forms of Art Deco are also included.
New concise edition with a new introduction, abridged for the modern reader. The Principia. Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy is one of the most important scientific works ever to have been written and has had a profound impact on modern science. Consisting of three separate books, the Principia states Newton’s laws of motion and Newton’s law of universal gravitation. Understanding and acceptance of these theories was not immediate, however by the end of the seventeenth century no one could deny that Newton had far exceeded all previous works and revolutionised scientific thinking.
The FLAME TREE Foundations series features core publications which together have shaped the cultural landscape of the modern world, with cutting-edge research distilled into pocket guides designed to be both accessible and informative.
In the philosophical language of Aristotle and the Greeks of Antiquity, 'Physics' roughly translates as 'the order of nature', covering what we would now differentiate as philosophy, science, politics, humanities and religion. One of Aristotle's great works, of which we here present an abridged edition, The Physics is an investigation into the nature of being, of the world and its place in the universe. Although philosophically much broader, it provides the foundation for the later work of Galileo and Isaac Newton, and prefigures Albert Einstein's breakthrough theories on time, space and the motion of stars.
The FLAME TREE Foundations series features core publications which together have shaped the cultural landscape of the modern world, with cutting-edge research distilled into pocket guides designed to be both accessible and informative.
An accessible, abridged edition with a new introduction. Renaissance Natural philosopher Nicolaus Copernicus's pioneering discovery of the heliocentric nature of the solar system is one of the few identifiable moments in history that define the understanding of the nature of all things. His great work was the consequence of long observation and resulted in the first stage of the Scientific Revolution by correctly positing that the earth and other planets of the solar system revolved around the sun. Not only did this promote further study to understand the place of humanity in the world and the universe, it questioned the authority of the organised Christian Church in the West to be the keeper of fundamental truths. Ultimately this would lead to the Enlightenment, and the separation of religion, government and science.
The FLAME TREE Foundations series features core publications which together have shaped the cultural landscape of the modern world, with cutting-edge research distilled into pocket guides designed to be both accessible and informative.
Gorgeous Collector's Edition. India, one of the great, ancient civilizations, spawned a fascinating canon of myths and legends. With multiple gods, and a riot of colour and character, this fantastic new book, Indian Myths & Legends, explores the themes and landscapes that created the tales, and reveals the boundless energy that brought us the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, retelling the stories of Krishna, Buddha and Shiva, and some of the many different versions of creation.
Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction, authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each book features a new introduction and a Glossary of Terms.
The Norse legends of Odin, Thor, Loki and all the gods of Asgard are well known, but less so are the historical origins of civilization in the very early days of Norway and wider Scandinavia which evolved this dramatic mythology. Archaeology furnishes us with fascinating evidence of the progress of the peoples and their way of life, until later the skaldic poets began to write down and celebrate the life and exploits of their rulers, establishing divine authority through legend and myth. The various tribes of the more southerly regions – from the Geats (Gautar or Goths) of Götaland and the Swedes (Suiones) to the Cimbri of Jutland – migrated and expanded north to evolve from tribal systems into fully fledged kingdoms.
This fascinating book revives some classic historical works, with an insightful introduction explaining context and modern knowledge. Trace the ancient origins of the Norsemen and historical Norway, from the Stone Age, through the Bronze Age, Iron Age and Roman Iron Age to the famous Viking Age and its impact across Europe; discover the migrations, culture, kings, literature and sagas which combine to create modern identity, tracing ancestry back to the gods. This new book is the perfect companion to Norse Myths & Legends in the same series of beautiful Collector's Editions, and sits alongside the other great cultures of the early world.
Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction: authors, myths, tales and history without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each book features a new Introduction and a Glossary of Terms or lists of Ancient Leaders.
KSIĄŻKA W JĘZYKU ANGIELSKIM.Zachwycające wydanie kolekcjonerskie, które ożywia kulturę jednej z najważniejszych cywilizacji założycielskich ludzkości. Będąc towarzyszem tomu Egyptian Myths & Legends z tej samej serii, ta książka przybliża narodziny ludzkiego doświadczenia - irygację Nilu i powstanie hieroglifów, które służyły do wyznaczania granic pól i zasobów wodnych. Właśnie nad Nilem pierwsi mieszkańcy Afryki Północnej stworzyli jedną z największych i najbardziej trwałych cywilizacji w dziejach świata - cywilizację, która później urzekała tytanów antyku: Greków i Rzymian.Gorgeous Collector's Edition which brings to life the culture of one of the great founding civilisations. Companion volume to Egyptian Myths & Legends in the same series, this title brings to life the beginnings of human experience, the irrigation of the Nile, the origins of hieroglyphics in demarcation of land and water resources as the first people of North Africa gathered around the Nile to create one of the greatest and most enduring civilisations, one that fascinated the later titans of Antiquity, the Greeks and Romans.
This glorious book allows the reader to revel in Hopper’s most well-known and masterful works, reproduced one after the other, often at full page, in full colour; but it also enables you to rediscover the artist, to delve further than the obvious paintings in order to fully understand his motivations, and then to reassess his works in a fresh light. Before the ‘Masterpieces’ section, some thoughtful text discusses Hopper from a number of angles, laying the groundwork with Life & Times, travelling through the Places that inspired him, examining his key Subjects & Themes, and explaining the Styles & Techniques by which he was influenced or to which he subscribed, not forgetting his lasting legacy. All the while his works are cross-referenced, so you get the most out of the paintings. Whether the treatment of light and sense of place of Lighthouse at Two Lights appeals to your senses, or you are captivated by the untold story of the pensive woman in Automat, Edward Hopper Masterpieces will be a book to treasure and revisit.
Focusing on Art Deco graphic art and illustration, this gorgeous new book features fascinating text on the movement in general, fashion and advertising, accompanied by beautiful reproductions of work by talents such as Barbier, Erté, Cassandre and Colin. Sympathetic examples of other forms of Art Deco are also included.
Part of a new series of beautiful gift art books, Claude Monet Masterpieces of Art features all of the popular works of this insightful and experimental artist, from his first inklings as an Impressionist to his later flirtations with Abstract Expressionism. With a fresh and thoughtful introduction to the life and art of one of the most famous artists in the world, the book goes on to showcase his key works in all their glory.
Founded in the 1880s as a response to the art world’s elitist obsession with painted and sculptural arts, ‘New Art’ quickly found ethusiastic support. Art Nouveau combined a desire for the complete reflection of art through craft and design, with the flowing lines of nature and Japonisme. It remains hugely popular, with the ever-present work of Mucha, Klimt, Toulouse-Lautrec and Mackintosh.
A truly astonishing, illustrated history of Science fiction, covering fantasy, and horror, with forays into crime, mystery and the gothic. Using timelines, online links, illustrations, posters, movie stills, book covers, and more, this amazing new book propels us into the well of modern imagination, from its roots in Frankenstein, through Verne, H.G. Wells, the late gothic and weird horror of Lovecraft to the mass market sensationalism of the Pulp magazines. The Pulps then invoked a new generation of writers (such as Ray Bradbury and Robert Bloch) of the Golden Age before many transitioned to screenwriting for the movies and early TV (Psycho, Star Trek, Twilight Zone), inspiring, in turn, the invasion of superheroes, gigantic spaceships, and dystopian landscapes onto our data-streaming tablets and computers. The book explores the interplay between great writers, (Asimov and Arthur C. Clarke) and story-telling directors (Kubrick, James Cameron, Ridley Scott, Christopher Nolan, George Lucas) who create powerful Sci-Fi, reflecting and challenging the developments of technology, science and society. Each have played a major role in this all-consuming, speculative form of world-building, from its early manifestation as a shocking literary event, to the mass market sensation is today.
Companion title to The Astounding Illustrated History of Science Fiction this new book reflects the same roots in Gothic literature but follows a complementary path through the 20th century, to the movies of Peter Jackson, the success of streaming TV series such as Grimm, and the fantasy of Neil Gaiman’s American Gods. From the wellspring of Frankenstein, Germanic fairy tales, and heroic, epic myths a dark and fantastic path can be found to the fragmentation of the 1930s: the schlock horror of early modern movies, the invention of High Fantasy by Tolkien and fellow Inkling C.S. Lewis, and the pulp magazine powerhouse Weird Tales with Robert E. Howard’s sword and sorcery archetype Conan. A brilliant concoction of movie posters, stills, book covers, fantastic art and incredible timelines.
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