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In this magnificently illustrated and comprehensive book, readers will take one of the most beautiful journeys our world has to offer: an exploration of the greatest are and architecture of Western civilization. Art of the Western World -- the companion volume to the nine-part PBS television series -- traces the history of Western art from its classical roots in ancient Greece up to the present day and the international Post-Modernism of artists as diverse as Christo, Hockney, and Kiefer. Along the way experts Bruce Cole and Adelheid Gealt carefully chart the evolution of the Western tradition, from the grandeur of Roman architecture to the symbolic language of medieval art, through the unparalleled achievements of the Renaissance, the turbulent emotionalism of the Romantics like Turner and Constable, the Impressionists' search for a new reality, and the revolution of the Abstract Expressionists of the twentieth century.
Art of the Western World integrates the works of each period with the history, values, and ideals that gave birth to them: the influence of the Medicis and other great patrons of Renaissance Italy; the resurgence of the classical style, inspired by the French Revolution; the break with the past evidenced in the works of the Impressionists; and the tortured visions of the modern world devastated by wars depicted in the paintings of Picasso, Marc, Groez, and others.
A valuable key to understanding the language of art, Art of the Western World offers fresh insight into what the great works meant at the time they were created and why they maintain their special meaning to us now. It is the perfect guide to the masterpieces of Western art.
Customer Reviews:
Great for DANTES.......2007-09-19
I studied this book, watched the 8 associated videos and reviewed with WNET: 'Art of the Western World' study guide and only missed 7 questions on the DANTES/DSST test.
Good introduction to history of art in the Western World.......2007-09-06
Book provides good introduction to history of art in Western World by time period. Does a particulary good job at showing how styles evolved and changed over time.
Not just for art's sake..........2003-05-18
Art of the Western World, from Ancient Greece to Post-Modernist art, is covered admirably in this companion volume to the PBS series of the same name. Perhaps one of the reasons I find this book so interesting is that I have met the authors, as Bruce Cole and Adelheid Gealt are both part of the Art programmes here at Indiana University, and the book is dedicated to Herman Wells, recently deceased, but powerful administrator who built in his 50 years of work with the university an Ivy-League-like atmosphere and, for many departments and schools, reputation.
The text is beautifully illustrated, with full-colour plates and glossy photographs of paintings, sculpture, stained glass, furniture, jewelry and architecture on every page. This is also a comprehensive volume of Western art - chapters include the art of Greece, Rome, Christian Art (including a special chapter devoted to cathedrals), Renaissance art (with special chapters on Italian and Dutch art), eighteenth and nineteenth century art, and then several chapters on modern artistic movements from Impressionism forward.
This book is clear in writing and procedure - it avoids technical jargon whenever possible, and is good at explaining the necessary elements to increase appreciation of the art being shown. Often, a true appreciation of art requires a knowledge of the history and culture of the artists, and this volume provides some of the background to fill in the historical gaps.
`Our art is part of us; in it flows the spiritual and intellectual lifeblood which still nourishes and sustains our ancient civilisation. It is also a living, redemptive force in an age that has witnessed the madness and destruction which is also, unfortunately, our Western heritage. Art can embody and transcend both its creators and its times to reveal enduring truths about the human condition; the more we understand art, the more we understand ourselves and the complexities of our world.'
The volume features an introductory essay by Michael Wood, who served as the on-screen narrator of the PBS television series. Wood, a journalist, historian and filmmaker, is also author of the best-selling In Search of the Trojan War. In this essay, Wood argues that the tradition of Western art is not simply a tradition, but a series of complementary traditions that cross-pollinate with cultural, religious, and aesthetic differences. The flows toward and away from realism over time can often be explained in cultural-influence terms as well as aesthetic terms. He also asks the question, `Whither the future for Western art?'
`There are more working artists and more consumers of art than ever before. As a business, art is booming. But it is plain now, with the spread of an electronic global culture, that we face the prospect of the erosion of all differences, the prospect of great conformity and simplification.... Now, with modernism, the West has become a state of mind, rather than a geographical region, and is perceived as such by other cultures-Islam, Africa, India, and the rest-who have felt its often destructive impact.'
This is a fair warning, but this book by no means belittles the achievements and influence of Western art - it celebrates it gloriously, and looks forward to continuing developments and achievements, as the future may hold yet more creation and originality - while the West influences the rest of the world, the rest of the world is influencing the West, which throughout history has shown itself particularly susceptible to original influences from out.
Great prep book for Dantes test.......2002-12-10
This book provided ALL the information I needed to cut a high score on the Art of the Western World Dantes Exam. *Tip: Study the periods and the artists' influences, don't worry about identifying paintings* Excellent structure and well researched historical data made this book a pleasure to read. Recommended for novice art buffs looking to expound their knowledge of Art progression through the centuries and periods.
Perfect Dantes test study material.......2000-04-13
Although I must admit at times this book does get dry, it does cover the needed material to pass the Dantes test for this subject. All pictures that are reference in the test are located in this book and it covers the material well. Be prepared to sudy hard with this one, as it does take some time to digest the material. It is easy to read and enables anyone to pass a test that normally only has a 38% pass rate. I got an "A", my wife got a high "B".
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Adrian Hill's Sketching and Painting Out of Doors
Adrian Keith Graham Hill
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Sketching and Painting Out of Doors
Adrian Hill
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Sketching and painting out of doors,
Adrian Keith Graham Hill
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Cotswolds the Light and the Land
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Learn to turn a simple screenplay into a visual masterpiece! Top production designers share their real-life experiences to explain the aesthetic, narrative, and technical aspects of the craft. Step by step, aspiring filmmakers will discover sound instruction on the tools of the trade, and established filmmakers will enjoy a new outlook on production design. They will learn, for example, the craft behind movie magic-such as how to create a design metaphor, choose a color scheme, use space, and work within all genres of film, from well-funded studio projects to "guerilla filmmaking." This indispensable resource also contains a history of movie making and guidelines for digital production design. For the experienced filmmaker seeking new design ideas to the struggling newcomer stretching low-budget dollars, this book makes the processes and concepts of production design accessible.
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Dances but doesn't deliver.......2007-04-17
This book, I found, keeps talking about production design; its importance, relevance (somewhat repeticiously), definition, but never really gets into how to do it. A dissapointment.
Book Description
THE VISUAL LOOK OF A FILM unfolds as Edward L. Rubin joins One On One Film Training founder Jeffrey Seckendorf in this exploration of the vision and responsibilities of the Production Designer. Listen as Jeff and Ed discuss:
• What the Production Designer does
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• Working with the Director and the DP
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A great collection of 65 Disney hits arranged in our easy-to-play notation, including: Beauty and the Beast - A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes - Friend Like Me - Hakuna Matata - Mickey Mouse March - Under the Sea - A Whole New World - and more!
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65 songs!.......2006-03-15
Not an experienced pianist? Hakuna Matata! (No Worries!) Thesee pieces are in E-Z Play notation, which means just the melody line, and large note heads with the note letter inside. Includes 'Cruella de Vil,' 'A Pirate's Life,' and 'Reflection.'
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Jolts: The TV wasteland and the Canadian Oasis
Morris Wolfe
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First published in 1985, Jolts is a lively examination of the differences between Canadian and U.S. television.
In this provocative, funny book, Morris Wolfe argues that there are profound differences between Canada and the U.S., which are reflected every day on the "box populi". The author sees Canadian television as an oasis of compassion and realism, reflected in public affairs, drama and comedy programming.
Jolts offers a fascinating look at the great tradition of Canadian television programming, a subject that remains timely today.
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- A Must Have Book for WebTVers!
- Not smart enough to be a dummy.
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WebTV for Dummies Quick Reference
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Teach Yourself® WebTV® (Teach Yourself (IDG))
ASIN: 0764506986 |
Book Description
This one-stop guide offers easy-to-understand tips and shortcuts for installing and enjoying the fast-growing Internet system that allows people to surf the Web on their television screen. The book provides concise answers and information on the latest Web TV technology as well as advice on browsing, search engines, e-mail, WebPIP, TV Crossover Links, and much more.
Customer Reviews:
A Must Have Book for WebTVers!.......2003-05-13
If you own or are contemplating a WebTV, this book is a must. Answers questions you have and find out all that WebTV can do. This book will enrich your enjoyment of WebTV.
Not smart enough to be a dummy........2001-08-03
While Gentry's book has useful information it lacks some very basic information which is essential for the new user of WebTV. How about pictures of a keyboard and a remote indicating the function of all keys other than letters. For instance, wouldn't it be nice were there a discussion of the "option" button and what appears on the screen when the button is depressed.
web tv for dummies.......2000-07-05
I thought that this book was not very useful to me and i am a new owner of the web tv. almost everthing that is in the book is already been written by web tv for you. (how to use e mail, search, what lol means) come on now we are really not that dumb. save your self some money and get a diffrent book
WebTV Made Quick and Easy.......2000-04-09
As a WebTV employee, Renee knew precisely what WebTV subscribers need to know to "get-up-to-speed" with WebTV. Renee explains the many functions of WebTV in clear, precise detail. Her "Quick Reference" will become your first source for WebTV information.
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- WOW! WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH WEBTV!!!
- Good book for novices
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WebTV for Dummies
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Teach Yourself® WebTV® (Teach Yourself (IDG))
ASIN: 0764504614 |
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The very fact that WebTV for Dummies, 3rd Edition exists might be a negative comment on the supposedly simple, television-based means of accessing the Internet. No matter: this book accomplishes several goals, chief among which is to explain how to use the WebTV interface, clueing you in on how to send and receive e-mail, surf the Web, and participate in interactive TV shows. Although it's weird to read a technical book about how to aim a handheld remote control, the coverage is complete and accurate. You also learn how to find and use the WebTV Communities, and how to organize them for easy repeat access. Plus, there's a tutorial on basic online safety, etiquette, and information-finding techniques.
On the negative side of the ledger, WebTV suffers from a dearth of illustrations. Of the ones that appear in these pages, many aren't too useful. (Who benefits by seeing a picture of Yahoo!, for example?) However, as do most of the latest Dummies books, this one distinguishes itself by the high quality of its procedures. Instead of intermingling descriptions of steps to take with statements of the effects you should see as a result of your steps, these books keep cause and effect separate. Readers almost always can tell what they should do next, and they always know how to tell if they're on the right track. That's the kind of reinforcement that users of WebTV need. --David Wall
Topics covered: WebTV for those who are unfamiliar with the Internet and the Web, with emphasis on using WebTV to participate in social groups, locate information via Internet search engines, and communicate by using e-mail.
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Tune in, turn on, and jump into the Internet fast lane from your television set with the popular
WebTV For Dummies, 2nd Edition, the easiest way to get online without a computer! To get started, all you need is a TV, a phone line, and a WebTV set-top box. Then get a copy of
WebTV For Dummies, 2nd Edition, and you'll be surfing the Web for the latest sports scores, cybermalls, and homework help. Find the best sites for sports, news, movies, classifieds, travel, games, online shopping, and much more in the special directory of hot Internet sites, and tap into kid-safe Web sites that are fun for the entire family. Read your e-mail during commercials, use the WebTV remote and wireless keyboards, play online games, and even create your own Web page with easy-to-follow instructions. WebTV doesn't replace sitting around the tube and watching
Matlock -- it enhances your viewing experience and reaches its full potential when used simultaneously with broadcast or cable TV. If you're new to WebTV or are still thinking about joining the new revolution, then this is the book for you.
Customer Reviews:
WOW! WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH WEBTV!!!.......2003-09-21
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS BOOK!!! I'VE HAD WEBTV FOR 2 YEARS AND NOT UNTIL A MONTH AGO WHEN I STUMBLED ACROSS THIS BOOK DID I HAVE ANY IDEA OF ALL THE THINGS I COULD DO WITH WEBTV. LIKE SET UP A WEBPAGE, KEEP A SCRAPBOOK OF IMAGES FROM THE INTERNET. HAVE ACCESS TO 6 ACCOUNTS GIVING ME LOTS MORE SPACE FOR MORE SAVED IMAGES AND WEBPAGES. I CAN ADD MUSIC TO MY WEBPAGES ALSO. I DONT' FEEL SO LEFT OUT OF THINGS (NOT HAVING A COMPUTER) NOW. I HIGHLY RECCOMMEND IT!
Good book for novices.......2002-05-03
This Dummies book has enough information to get you started with WebTV. It is concise and easy to understand. My mother is now enjoying her WebTV using this book as a guide, and she is a newcomer to the internet. If you are timid, this is the book for you.
Printer Info.......2000-03-20
The guy that said the book was wrong is actually wrong himself the book is right, i have a HP600 series hooked up as i type this that fuctions fully, THIS GUY is giving the wrong info.
I am the Dummy.......2000-01-07
I am the dummy for purchasing this book online. Should have gone to a book store and previewed it first. It tells you nothig of what Webtv can really do.No infomation on Word Processing, making tables, and many other tricks that I have learned.I wish I could get my money back.Buyer BewareJoan Simpson
Correct Printer - page 73.......1999-12-24
page 73 states "any one of the HP deskjet 400 or 600 series printers can be used with webtv classic or plus". this information is not correct! ONLY the HP 670TV will work! Please correct this error in the next edition. Otherwise this book should be required reading for all webtv users.
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