Portrait Of Brisbane
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Portrait of Brisbane is a stunning visual and literary tribute to one of Australia's most dynamic and historically rich cities. Through the masterful pen-and-ink drawings of acclaimed artist Cedric Emanuel, the book chronicles the architectural splendour, streetscapes, and landmarks that define Brisbane's distinctive character, presenting the city in exquisite detail that captures both its colonial grandeur and its vibrant modernity. Bill Scott's accompanying text grounds each illustration in rich historical and cultural context, weaving together the stories of the people, places, and events that shaped this Queensland capital into the metropolis it became. Together, Emanuel and Scott present a rare collaboration between visual art and narrative prose that elevates Portrait of Brisbane beyond a mere pictorial record into an enduring work of civic heritage. Emanuel's draughtsmanship — celebrated for its precision and warmth — immortalises facades, fountains, and public spaces with an intimacy that photography seldom achieves, while Scott's authoritative writing illuminates the soul behind the stone. For lovers of Australian history, urban architecture, and the art of the sketchbook, this volume is an indispensable window into Brisbane's past — leaving the reader to wonder what other hidden histories lie waiting in its streets.
Author: Cedric Emanuel & Bill Scott
Format: Hardback
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Portrait of Brisbane is a stunning visual and literary tribute to one of Australia's most dynamic and historically rich cities. Through the masterful pen-and-ink drawings of acclaimed artist Cedric Emanuel, the book chronicles the architectural splendour, streetscapes, and landmarks that define Brisbane's distinctive character, presenting the city in exquisite detail that captures both its colonial grandeur and its vibrant modernity. Bill Scott's accompanying text grounds each illustration in rich historical and cultural context, weaving together the stories of the people, places, and events that shaped this Queensland capital into the metropolis it became. Together, Emanuel and Scott present a rare collaboration between visual art and narrative prose that elevates Portrait of Brisbane beyond a mere pictorial record into an enduring work of civic heritage. Emanuel's draughtsmanship — celebrated for its precision and warmth — immortalises facades, fountains, and public spaces with an intimacy that photography seldom achieves, while Scott's authoritative writing illuminates the soul behind the stone. For lovers of Australian history, urban architecture, and the art of the sketchbook, this volume is an indispensable window into Brisbane's past — leaving the reader to wonder what other hidden histories lie waiting in its streets.