American Sublime: Landscape Painting in the United States, 1820-1880

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The painters who came to be known as the Hudson River School--Thomas Cole, Asher B. Durand, Frederic Edwin Church, Jasper Cropsey, Sanford Robinson Gifford, and others--found inspiration in our young country's natural wonders and were the first to paint many of its still-wild vistas. As America was settled and the wilderness receded, their successors--most notably Albert Bierstadt and Thomas Moran--carried their quest for the sublime to the Far West, communicating its breathtaking grandeur in brilliant views of Rocky Mountain peaks, roaring waterfalls, and vast canyons. Within a single generation these artists established the dramatic approach to American landscape painting that is celebrated in this stirringly beautiful book. The freshness of their vision, the intensity of their invention, and the energy of their execution were all born of the urgency these artists sensed in the life of America itself.

Published to accompany a major transatlantic exhibition, American Sublime rejoices in America the Beautiful as seen in some of the country's most glorious landscape paintings. It contains a fully illustrated catalogue of all the paintings in the exhibition, with more than one hundred color plates, including three gatefolds. Biographies of the artists are included, and thoughtful and elegantly written essays cast new light on their ambitions and achievements. The lucid text places American landscape painting in the context of the international art world and of the European landscape tradition. And it explores ideas of national identity and empire in America, looking in particular at how these landscapes, whether real or imagined, reflect Americans' hopes and fears for their country.

As a tribute to some of our most important American artists and the land that inspired them, this stunningly illustrated book will have a deep and wide appeal.

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American Sublime: American Glory.......2006-05-15

The Hudson River painters were the first coherent school of American art to help shape the National view of the American landscape. The artists that came to maturity during Jackson's presidency defined the aesthetic of a nation who, until that moment, maintained its roots with courtly Europe. In American Sublime: Landscape Painting in the United States, 1820-1880, the reader journeys through this new art movement by moving through the landscape--feeling the optimism and awe which defined a nation's identity. The book's "catalogue" chapters will visually captivate the reader with framed, dramatic vistas brought to life by each represented artist's bold colors, sense of movement and atmospheric lighting. The major Hudson River painters are all well-represented here. The book is most certainly an invaluable reference to both the art historian as well as the painting practitioner.

AMERICAN SUBLIME.......2005-05-15

I purchased this book as soon as I could afford it! I love the White Mountain School of art as an offshoot of the Hudson River School, and this is a must-have for those enthusiasts of this great American school of landscape painting. Here in North Conway, we are seeing a resugence from those collectors who are now searching down paintings from that era, and we will soon have an exhibit at the new state building at the Intervale Overlook--where many of the old artists painted this scene of the pastoral views towards Mt. Washington.

I wrote an Art History paper using this book and others as references, and it is available at the Conway, NH library. Albert Bierstadt's famous painting of North Moat Mountain was painted from this locale. It is on the cover of Bob McGrath's book, GODS IN GRANITE, and is available as a print from the Currier Gallery in Manchester, NH.

Excellent Landscape Survey Resource.......2005-04-09

This was the book that hooked me into American landscapes. Written by a Brit who actually acknowledges American art. Excellent color reproductions from a variety of American artists and dozens (not all) of their landscape masterpieces. This book covers a lot of ground (pun).

Don't just look at the book: see the exhibition at PAFA.......2002-07-17

This catalog of the exhibition presently at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts is an excellent guide to carry with you as you view the paintings -- particularly since the printed material on the wall adjacent to the paintings is printed in tiny type and posted way too low. The book is well organized, by theme, matching the layout of the show. There is excellent material on the artists and the events surrounding the paintings, and a some bibliography for each artist at the back (too bad many of the books are out of print). The reproductions are OK to good, but in NO WAY do they give you a sense of the actual paintings, which are awe-some, they way we used to mean it. If there's any any way you can possibly get to this exhibit, go. Then, if you wish, buy the book.

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Walter Foster's classic How to Draw and Paint series provides aspiring artists with an exceptional array of art instruction books featuring all subject areas and media. Each title includes easy step-by-step exercises as well as finished illustrations or paintings that will inspire artistic talent in anyone.

Packed with practical information, helpful tips, and fundamental techniques, the How to Draw and Paint series offers a complete library of resources to which artists of all skill levels can refer again and again.

What you'll learn from this book ...

• Lessons on painting a variety of floral compositions using the wet-on-wet technique

• Proper application of Special Mediums to prepare canvases for oil painting

• Color mixing with a palette knife and paint blending on the canvas

• A variety of brush strokes for painting stems, leaves, petals, grasses, and ferns

• How to load your paint brushes and palette knives for the most effective results

• Steps for creating suitable backgrounds for floral paintings

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Lowell Speers.......2002-04-30

Anyone who is interested in art should have Lowell's books. The pictures inside are so beautiful they could be framed. He explains things so well that anyone can understand and create their own painting. Very good books, get them all.

Lowell Speers.......2002-04-30

Excellent, I would like more publication about this tecnique.......1999-10-17

this tecnique is easy to understand and to applicate, I would like if it could be applicated in lanscape and still life

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Fred Bond
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Rarely does a book come along that tackles a perennially difficult human issue with such clarity and intelligence. Harold Kushner, a Jewish rabbi facing his own child's fatal illness, deftly guides us through the inadequacies of the traditional answers to the problem of evil, then provides a uniquely practical and compassionate answer that has appealed to millions of readers across all religious creeds. Remarkable for its intensely relevant real-life examples and its fluid prose, this book cannot go unread by anyone who has ever been troubled by the question, "Why me?"

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When Harold Kushner’s three-year-old son was diagnosed with a degenerative disease and that he would only live until his early teens, he was faced with one of life’s most difficult questions: Why, God? Years later, Rabbi Kushner wrote this straightforward, elegant contemplation of the doubts and fears that arise when tragedy strikes. Kushner shares his wisdom as a rabbi, a parent, a reader, and a human being. Often imitated but never superseded, When Bad Things Happen to Good People is a classic that offers clear thinking and consolation in times of sorrow.
Since its original publication in 1981, When Bad Things Happen to Good People has brought solace and hope to millions of readers and its author has become a nationally known spiritual leader.

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Emotionally satisfying, but..........2007-10-01

This book claims not to be about theology, but actually that is what it is about from the first word to the last. And Kushner tackles an ancient and difficult theological issue: if God is good and His creation wholly good, why is there evil in the world? Kushner never really answers this question (probably because there is no satisfactory answer to the question as it is stated). And he has the courage to say that he does not really know. In fact, the book is loaded with courageously unanswered questions. This makes the work extremely satisfying on an emotional level. But on an intellectual level, it can leave the reader deeply unsatisfied. Kushner accepts that the world is chaotic; that good people will inevitably have bad things happen to them. He exonerates God by saying God did not create this chaos. In doing so, Kushner wishes to exonerate the God of Judaism from such sins as, among others, the death of innocent children. But by letting God off, he distances the deity from the world. He creates dual realms: one for God and one for us. Kushner's God is not the God of mysticism or pantheism (and some have said, not Judaism). For all its considerable emotional strengths, it seems that Kusnher in this work wants the best of both worlds: he wants to wed the chaotic universe of the atheist, and the good God of the Bible. In the end, it's a troubled marriage.

A great book........2007-10-01

Main reason for purchasing this book was Christopher Barrios death on March 8. He was a six year old Little Angel that became an angel on that date.
His death affected me to no end. It affected my eating and sleeping habits. This book helped me to see things in perspective.
I would recommend this book to anyone trying to cope with the loss of a dear one.

The Only Explanation That Made Sense.............2007-08-20

My mother died of cancer 3 weeks ago (she was only 59) and it made me MAD as hell at God for not saving her. For a while I denied the existence of any diety. A friend recommended this book. I learned I had to change my views about the nature of God.

The traditional "pray to God, he is all powerful, and he will fix everything" belief I was taught as a child no longer applied once my mother got sick and died. Why didn't God answer my prayers? Did he want my mother to suffer, become riddled with tumors, and then die at a young age? Why didn't he help us? Harold Kushner had a similar experience (his son died at age 13) and came to the conclusion that (in a nutshell)God does not heal the sick, stop tornadoes, cure AIDS and Cancer etc. because he can't. He is not all powerful.

I never EVER would have come to this conclusion by myself because it goes against EVERYTHING I was taught as a Christian. If my mother had not died there is NO WAY I would believe God was NOT all powerful. But, in doing some soul searching, that is the only explanation that makes any sense to me. For God to make my mom sick to teach my family a lesson, for a greater good, because she was a bad person, because we did not pray enough, because it was in his divine plan etc. makes no sense to me. All of these explanations offered by my church, my friends, Priests, and fellow believers led me to one conclusion: God did not help me in my time of need and therefore, God was either evil and enjoyed watching us suffer OR there was no God. Now I believe that neither of these conclusions are true. God is simply not omnipotent.

There is no doubt that accepting that God is NOT omnipotent opens up an entirely new can of worms. I had to rethink everything I knew about God and religion. I no longer look to the Bible or to any religious text for answers. I always had my doubts about the Bible. It was written by Men, Gospels were omitted and hidden away etc. It was not written by God himself/herself. Furthermore, each religion has a "Bible" or book of laws, worship, beliefs etc. How is there any way to know which is the correct set of beliefs? In a sense, due to my skepticism about Christianity/Judaism and the Bible's authenticity, it was easier for me to accept that my view of God as an omnipotent diety was flawed. REading this book made alarm bells go off in my head - AHA! Someone else feels exactly how I feel! Someone else, a religious leader, looked around and said "What the hell is going on here?!"

I may not agree with ALL of Kushner's statements (Kushner still believes in the Bible as a holy text, and the word of God, whereas I do not) but I do believe he is onto something. I now believe is that there is a higher power, and that higher power is good. I now look to God for strength - to help me through the tough times. I do not look to him to intervene in my life because I know that, as much as he would like to, he cannot.

Thought Provoking Read. .......2007-07-26

Rabbi Kushner's writing style and brilliant ability to show contrast with real life situations creates an eagerness to read on and an insatiable need to learn more.

From the tone of this book it leads you to assume that Rabbi Kushner is just a lovable human being, rich in modesty and humility.

This is a very short book which will be of value for both religious and non religious people. Whether religious or not, Rabbi Kushner's book has the ability to put a new prayer or creed in your heart, and will also enlighten you to not lose sight of the meaning of life in your life.

People need not wait for some tragedy to come along to pick up this book. Personally, I am not currently dealing with a loss; however, after completing this book I feel more prepared to take on the burden of coping with any unfortunate occurrences, which the future may hold. I bought this book to enable me to pass on comforting words to people close to me which were going through some tough times in their life.

The majority of the readers of this book has mis-interpreted this book primarily from the misquoting of the title of the book. If you get the title wrong then this book will not serve its proper purpose to you.

If you seek a bridge to the New Testament read Melvin Tinker's "Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People". In Tinker's "Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People" you will find a more expanded interpretation of the Book of Job and other important passages in the New Testament that delivers what Kushner could not due to his commitment and belief in the Jewish faith. In my judgment, the two merged will give you a wider scope of learning.

Great discussion book.......2007-05-22

Kushner's book makes a great discussion starter because every person has experienced bad things happening to good people. Using his book helps one look at reactions such as anger, guilt, the forever "why" questions. I'm currently using the book as a study with a group of Christian women. It is interesting to hear them broaden Kushner's theology with their own Christian beliefs. I am using Philip Yancey's Where is God When it Hurts? to supplement When Bad Things Happen to Good People.

What Happens to Good People When Bad Things Happen

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great book to read after the death of someone close to you .

What Happens to Good People When Bad Things Happen
Robert A. Schuller
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great book to read after the death of someone close to you ........1999-03-08

this book is a wonderful book to read after someone you loved has died.it explains the reason you should not blame god for what has happened.most people say how could god let this happen to them.but god isn't the one who made your loved one sick or have an accident . he's there to give you stregth and to help you get through the bad times.god would not make a little baby sick.god is good and is there to guide you.

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the most inspirational book ever!.......2007-06-05

My brother died young and I sat around wondering why God would do this to me. A friend recommended that I read this book and I did- even though I am not much for reading books. This book is the most inspirational book I have ever read and it really has changed my life. I understand better about religion and the difference between God with us and what life has for us. Truly a must reading!

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Sheer brilliance

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Donald W. Kaul
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Sheer brilliance.......2003-08-18

Donald Kaul is the patron saint of liberal columnists. And even if you're not a liberal, you'll admire the craft -- the man can still write most of his peers under a table. Brilliant. Under-rated.

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The ultimate compendium of wit and humor for all occasions from business meetings to sales presentations to professional conventions to political rallies to rehearsal dinners--all organized by topic and fully indexed by subject.

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What more can you ask for.......2005-09-25

It was more than I expected and in much better condition as well. I will enjoy this one for a long time. It is one of those things you can lay on the coffee table and share the laughs.

Funny........2003-07-11

I really enjoyed the book. It was something light and fun.

Outdated and boring jokes of the era........1998-12-02

This book will amuse only the golden aged veterans who can kick back on their toastmaster era of old jokes and very corny stories. Modern day story tellers will wince at this before dozing off to a fitful sleep.

Outdated jokes in archaic language.......1997-09-18

I'll never again order a book without noting the date of publication. Even by 1965, the author must have been putting Rotarians to sleep for three decades with these old-guy knee slappers. This book is mustier than your grandma's attic

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You'll find that Davis, Gfeller, and Thaut's detailed descriptions of the populations most likely to receive music therapy are strongly supported by background material and extensive references, helping students build a firm base from which to explore the range of current healing modalities.

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