A Tribute to Herbert Read 1893-1968: An exhibition in conjunction with the 1975 Ilkley Literature Festival

A Tribute to Herbert Read 1893-1968: An exhibition in conjunction with the 1975 Ilkley Literature Festival

$20.00 AUD

Availability: in stock at our Tullamarine warehouse

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: Bradford Art Galleries and Museums; The Manor House, Ilkley
Binding: Hardback
Published: Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, 1975

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Minor wear on external cover; glue beginning to loosen on spine; internal pages in very good condition

This commemorative volume, A Tribute To Herbert Read 1893-1968, presents a comprehensive overview of the profound influence and diverse contributions of one of the twentieth century's most significant intellectuals. The collection chronicles Read's multifaceted career as a poet, literary critic, art historian, and social philosopher, illustrating his enduring impact on modern thought and culture. It uncovers the breadth of his critical perspectives, from his advocacy for modern art to his incisive analyses of literature and education. The essays collectively argue for Read's pivotal role in shaping aesthetic and philosophical discourse, offering readers a nuanced understanding of his legacy. This scholarly work details the intellectual landscape of his era through the lens of his prolific output.

Reviews

Customer Reviews

Be the first to write a review
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
Description

Author: Bradford Art Galleries and Museums; The Manor House, Ilkley
Binding: Hardback
Published: Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, 1975

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Minor wear on external cover; glue beginning to loosen on spine; internal pages in very good condition

This commemorative volume, A Tribute To Herbert Read 1893-1968, presents a comprehensive overview of the profound influence and diverse contributions of one of the twentieth century's most significant intellectuals. The collection chronicles Read's multifaceted career as a poet, literary critic, art historian, and social philosopher, illustrating his enduring impact on modern thought and culture. It uncovers the breadth of his critical perspectives, from his advocacy for modern art to his incisive analyses of literature and education. The essays collectively argue for Read's pivotal role in shaping aesthetic and philosophical discourse, offering readers a nuanced understanding of his legacy. This scholarly work details the intellectual landscape of his era through the lens of his prolific output.