The Tenth Muse
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: Herbert Read
Binding: Hardback
Published: Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1958
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Spotting on external pages, yellowing and marking of external cover
This compelling collection of essays scrutinizes the nature of artistic inspiration and the evolution of aesthetic theory. Herbert Read, a distinguished voice in 20th-century criticism, argues for a re-evaluation of creative processes, illustrating how various forms of art intersect and influence one another. This insightful volume uncovers the profound connections between poetry, painting, and sculpture, offering a sophisticated perspective on the role of the artist and the audience. It details the historical trajectory of artistic thought, providing a rich tapestry of ideas that challenge conventional understandings of beauty and expression. Readers will find a stimulating intellectual journey within these pages, as Read's erudition and clarity illuminate the timeless pursuit of artistic truth.
Author: Herbert Read
Binding: Hardback
Published: Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1958
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Spotting on external pages, yellowing and marking of external cover
This compelling collection of essays scrutinizes the nature of artistic inspiration and the evolution of aesthetic theory. Herbert Read, a distinguished voice in 20th-century criticism, argues for a re-evaluation of creative processes, illustrating how various forms of art intersect and influence one another. This insightful volume uncovers the profound connections between poetry, painting, and sculpture, offering a sophisticated perspective on the role of the artist and the audience. It details the historical trajectory of artistic thought, providing a rich tapestry of ideas that challenge conventional understandings of beauty and expression. Readers will find a stimulating intellectual journey within these pages, as Read's erudition and clarity illuminate the timeless pursuit of artistic truth.