Kenneth Clark: A Biography
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Meryle Secrest
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket clipped, tanning on first and last pages
Meryle Secrest’s "Kenneth Clark: A Biography" chronicles the remarkable life of the influential art historian, museum director, and broadcaster who brought art and culture to millions. This compelling narrative uncovers Clark’s pivotal role in shaping public appreciation for the arts, from his early career at the National Gallery to his groundbreaking television series "Civilisation." The biography presents a nuanced portrait of a complex figure, detailing his intellectual achievements, personal struggles, and lasting legacy. It argues for Clark’s enduring significance as a cultural arbiter and educator, illustrating his profound impact on the understanding of Western art. This authoritative account offers a comprehensive look at a titan of 20th-century cultural life.
Author: Meryle Secrest
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket clipped, tanning on first and last pages
Meryle Secrest’s "Kenneth Clark: A Biography" chronicles the remarkable life of the influential art historian, museum director, and broadcaster who brought art and culture to millions. This compelling narrative uncovers Clark’s pivotal role in shaping public appreciation for the arts, from his early career at the National Gallery to his groundbreaking television series "Civilisation." The biography presents a nuanced portrait of a complex figure, detailing his intellectual achievements, personal struggles, and lasting legacy. It argues for Clark’s enduring significance as a cultural arbiter and educator, illustrating his profound impact on the understanding of Western art. This authoritative account offers a comprehensive look at a titan of 20th-century cultural life.