Camille Paglia
Glittering Images
- ISBN 13:
- 9780307278029
- author:
- Camille Paglia
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 17.27 x 1.52 x 23.37 centimetres
- Genre:
- Art
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Camille Paglia's Glittering Images explores the vast and varied landscape of art history, tracing the evolution of visual culture from ancient Egypt to contemporary digital art. With trademark audacity, Paglia guides the reader through a diverse range of seminal works, from paintings and sculptures to architectural styles and performance pieces. Through close analysis and historical context, Paglia trains the eye to appreciate the significance of each image, revealing the ways in which art has shaped our world. From the abstract expressionism of Jackson Pollock to the provocative performances of Renée Cox, Paglia's expert eye illuminates the connections between seemingly disparate artistic movements. In this thought-provoking work, Paglia challenges conventional wisdom, declaring the avant-garde tradition dead and identifying a new kind of artistic genius. Written with energy, erudition, and wit, Glittering Images offers a profound new perspective on the role of art in our lives.
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