American Gothic: The Biography of Grant Wood's American Masterpiece
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The story behind one of the most famous paintings in American art. The stern, sober countenance of the elderly farmer. The quiet, loyal character of his prim wife. Few other paintings are so instantly... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1596091487
ISBN13:9781596091481
Release Date:January 2005
Publisher:Chamberlain Brothers
Length:165 Pages
Weight:0.45 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 6.1" x 8.2"
Age Range:14 years and up
Grade Range:Grade 8
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2 ratings
Good and Plenty
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
While it could be considered a flawed book that was cheaply produced, Hoving's ideas and insights are more than bright enough to overcome any mistakes. Walking us through his method of appraising a work of art, the reader learns what to look for and how to draw their own conclusions and interpretations. I learned an art historian's approach varies to that of the critic and the public is better for abiding both points of view. Hoving believes American Gothic is a masterpiece and he make an explicit case and raises Wood up as an original artist, perhaps an under appreciated talent. I would recommend this book and contrast it with Steven Biel's excellent book on American Gothic. Both authors appreciate American Gothic without pretense.
Insightful and fun
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
While I agree about the typos and bad photo reproduction (which are the publisher's fault, not the author's), the insights to this famous painting, the reactions to it, and Grant Wood himself make for some excellent text. It's a very quick and fun read.
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