Questo autore scrive con amore e un senso dell'immaginazione infantile. Le sue storie, originariamente concepite come racconti della buonanotte per suo figlio, sono state rianimate per una nuova generazione di nipoti. Con determinazione e gioia creativa, l'autore porta personaggi come Courtney il Riccio sulle pagine dei libri, dove le illustrazioni accattivanti li rendono vivi. Ogni avventura è pensata con cura per deliziare i giovani lettori e le loro famiglie.
Looking at Art Nouveau from an international perspective, this text examines its origins and meaning within an art-historical, literary and social context. It covers all the major designers of the period and the environment in which they worked, describing the variation in forms and ideas expressed in key schools of thought.
More from a wonderful new talent in children's illustrated books. Courtney the Hedgehog has already established himself as an intrepid traveller alongside his friend and companion, Humphrey Mole. In this new book, he continues to travel onwards down to the last known home of Wilfred the Water Rat Ferry Captain of legendary fame. Wilfred was a hero for Courtney after Silus, his brother, told exciting stories of his derring-do when Courtney was a youngster. Dangers abounded on the journey south. New friends were established who helped the travellers to finally overcome serious obstacles. Flooding became both a major threat, as well as wonderful saviour, allowing the friends to convince Wilfred to leave the area and go home to see his brother. The ferry needed to go with them. How was this going to work?
Includes essays on design that cover Modernism's fortunes in Germany, Italy, Sweden, Britain, Spain, Belgium and the USA.
Captures the essence of Art Nouveau in words and pictures. Details and motifs are chosen to highlight the key elements of the ground-breaking style which swept across Europe and America at the turn of the century and became a major influence on all art forms.
Highlights the key elements of art nouveau through text and photographs of its influence on buildings, furniture, glassware, textiles, and more.
Gorgeous masterpieces of stained glass by Brian Clarke, the medium’s leading exponent today Over the past five decades, British artist Brian Clarke (born 1953) has consistently pushed the boundaries of stained glass as a medium, both in terms of technology and visual vocabulary. With major installation projects all over the world to his name, Clarke has contributed significant artistic and technical breakthroughs to this thousand-year-old medium. His facility with the medium displays his appreciation of the long history of stained-glass, from gothic decoration to the turn-of-the-century innovations of Tiffany glass.The Art of Light is a testament to Clarke’s belief that "stained glass has an authority and potential to deal with every human condition." This book contains 250 illustrations that present the depth and range of Clarke’s work, with an introduction by architect and sometime collaborator Norman Foster, and an essay by the director of the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, Paul Greenhalgh.
A History of World's Fairs and Expositions from London to Shanghai 1851-2010
Exploring the evolution of world's fairs and expositions from 1851 to 2010, this book delves into their cultural, social, and technological significance across various global locations, including London and Shanghai. It examines how these events showcased innovation and fostered international cooperation, reflecting the changing dynamics of society and industry. Through detailed accounts, the narrative highlights key exhibitions, their themes, and the lasting impact they had on urban development and global interactions.
Focusing on social interactions and relationships, this book offers valuable insights into the underlying processes that shape them. It serves as both a practical guide and a theoretical resource, making it an essential tool for teachers and professionals seeking to enhance their understanding and effectiveness in fostering positive social dynamics.
Through the treasures of the Anderson Collection at the Sainsbury Centre, 'The Nature of Dreams' is both an exhibition and book that will showcase English masterpieces in avant-garde design during the fin de siecle to explore its importance and influence on Art Nouveau in Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, and the United States.