Stefan Bollman

Women Who Read Are Dangerous

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ISBN 13:: 9780789212566
author:: Stefan Bollman
format:: HardBack
publisher:: Abbeville Press (21 April 2016)
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2016
Pages:: 156
Dimensions:: 21.1 x 2 x 20.6 cm
Condition:: New
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A woman reading has long been a captivating subject in art, with hundreds of artists exploring its significance over the centuries. This book presents over seventy artworks, including drawings, paintings, photographs, and prints, that showcase women reading in various contexts. From the 1333 Annunciation painting to a stunning photograph of Marilyn Monroe reading Ulysses, the book offers a diverse range of works that reveal the evolution of the subject. Stefan Bollmann's commentary provides insight into each artwork, including the subject's relationship to the artist and what she is reading. This elegant survey is an appealing choice for anyone interested in art, literature, or women's history. It makes a thoughtful gift for graduates, teachers, or Mother's Day.

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