George - Artists, Architects & Photographers 1

A dynamic aerial exploration of our changing planet, published on the 50th anniversary of Earth Day The Human Planet is a sweeping visual chronicle of the Earth today from a photographer who has cir……続きを見る

William Woodward (1859-1939) was a force in New Orleans and the art world, and his legacy endures. In this first compilation of examples of Woodward's work spanning his career, essayists offer uniqu……続きを見る

In this study, first published in 1979, Landow contends that Hunt’s version of Pre-Raphaelitism concerned itself primarily with an elaborate system of painterly symbolism rather than with a photogra……続きを見る

Until now, celebrated photographer Robert Frank’s daring and unconventional work as a filmmaker has not been awarded the critical notice it deserves. In this timely volume, George Kouvaros surveys F……続きを見る

Growing up gay and Black in rural conservative East Texas presented its many challenges, however, L'Enfant Terrible is an intimate memoir about a young man and his personal journey through life, the……続きを見る

Chronicling the landmark events in Beethoven's life, this book enhances understanding of the composer's character, inspiring a deeper appreciation for his work.  George Alexander Fischer illumi……続きを見る

Chronicling the landmark events in Beethoven's life, this book enhances understanding of the composer's character, inspiring a deeper appreciation for his work. George Alexander Fischer illuminates ……続きを見る

Chronicling the landmark events in Beethoven's life, this book enhances understanding of the composer's character, inspiring a deeper appreciation for his work. George Alexander Fischer illuminates ……続きを見る

She puts salt in the pepper shaker and pepper in the salt shaker because then if she gets mixed up, she’s right. She shortens the electric cords in the house to save electricity. That’s the characte……続きを見る

Cities and the people who live in them are enduring subjects of photography. Winnipeg’s North End is one of North America’s iconic neighbourhoods, a place where the city’s unique character and polit……続きを見る

All in Good Time is the remarkable story of George Daniels (1926-2011), the master craftsman, who was born into poverty but raised himself to become the greatest watchmaker of the twentieth century.……続きを見る

In "Our Artist in Cuba" by George Washington Carleton, the reader is immersed in a vibrant portrayal of life in Cuba through the eyes of an American artist. The book combines insightful observations……続きを見る

When this book first appeared in 1967, public interest in glamour photographer and magazine publisher George Harrison Marks was arguably at an all-time high. Just who was this man with the beatnik b……続きを見る

Chronicling the landmark events in Beethoven's life, this book enhances understanding of the composer's character, inspiring a deeper appreciation for his work. George Alexander Fischer illuminates ……続きを見る

Providing a unique view of American life during the Great Depression and Second World War, each volume in the Fields of Vision series focuses on a single photographer whose vision helped shape the c……続きを見る

A photography book that is a vital accompaniment to the many fans of Hilary Mantel’s bestselling Wolf Hall Trilogy ‘At the very beginning of the twentieth century, Zola said, ‘’In my view you cannot……続きを見る

In 'George Romney', George C. Williamson provides a comprehensive analysis of the life and work of the acclaimed British portrait painter. Through detailed examination of Romney's artistic process, ……続きを見る

In George William Erskine Russell's 'Fifteen Chapters of Autobiography,' readers are immersed in a richly detailed narrative that combines elements of biography, travelogue, and personal reflection.……続きを見る

In 'Portrait Miniatures' by George Charles Williamson, readers are taken on a journey through the intricate world of miniature portraiture, exploring the historical significance and artistic value o……続きを見る

"Blogging Kansas: Musings From The Land Of Oz" is a captivating collection of essays penned by the esteemed Romani American Artist and Author, James A. George, also known as The GYPSY. Within the pa……続きを見る

In Frederic George Kitton's insightful book, 'Phiz' (Hablot Knight Browne), a Memoir, readers are given a deep dive into the life and work of the renowned illustrator Hablot Knight Browne, commonly ……続きを見る

‘Make It Happen reminds us that people of any age can create change in their communities. From finding allies to setting goals, everyone who wants to contribute to a better future can learn from Ami……続きを見る

In 'Sir Edwin Landseer', Frederic George Stephens delves into the life and work of the renowned 19th-century British artist. Stephens explores Landseer's artistic style, focusing on his distinctive ……続きを見る

In The Geography of Arrival George Sipos revisits the city of London Ontario where his family settled after immigrating to Canada from Hungary in 1957. Divided into short chapters each related ……続きを見る

Two parents, unfit to raise gerbils, abandon two-year-old Georgie in the loving arms of his Nana, only to snatch him away when he's nine, when Japan bombs Pearl Harbor, everything is rationed, his m……続きを見る

Example in this ebook I THE CORONATION And so the great Act draws nearーthe "high midsummer pomp" of Patriotism and Regality and Religionーthe "one far-off divine event" to which the whole social cr……続きを見る

People of the Big Voice tells the visual history of Ho-Chunk families at the turn of the twentieth century and beyond as depicted through the lens of Black River Falls, Wisconsin studio photographer……続きを見る

Example in this ebook We have been entreated by a great many juvenile friends to "tell 'em all about our Engraved Preface in No. I.;" and entreaties from tender juveniles we never could resist. So,……続きを見る

Maria Callas was the most glamorous, idolized and criticized operatic figure of our time. Loved or hated, no singer inspired so much discussion, nor exercised as much power at the box office as the ……続きを見る

Robert Falconer, school-boy, aged fourteen, thought he had never seen his father; that is, thought he had no recollection of having ever seen him. But the moment when my story begins, he had begun t……続きを見る