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Vendor: H. Alexander Rich
Robert Vickrey: Master of Magic Realism
Catalogue for the exhibition, "Robert Vickrey: Master of Magic Realism," held at the Melvin & Burks Galleries at Florida Southern College, September 4 - November 4, 2015. Including critical essays and a full color catalogue of the 52 works in show.Author: H. Alexander RichISBN-10:...- $28.84
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Vendor: Daniel Ricketson
The History of New Bedford, Bristol County, Massachusetts: Including a History of the old Township
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...- $38.95
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Vendor: Katherine E. Welch
The Roman Amphitheatre: From Its Origins to the Colosseum
Analyzing the evolution of the Roman amphitheatre as an architectural form, Katherine Welch addresses the critical period in the history of this building type. She covers the origins and dissemination under the Republic (from the third to first centuries BC); monumentalization as an architectural...- $61.99
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Vendor: Christopher B. Steiner
African Art in Transit
Based on extensive research in West Africa, Christopher Steiner's book presents a richly detailed description of the economic networks that transfer art objects from their site of use and production in Africa to their point of consumption in art galleries and shops throughout Europe...- $29.99
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Vendor: Michael Day
Children and Their Art: Art Education for Elementary and Middle Schools
A trusted guide and companion for current and future art educators, CHILDREN AND THEIR ART presents a professional approach to teaching art consistent with national standards for student learning. This Ninth Edition is targeted at middle level and elementary schools. The authors are experienced...- $312.95
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Vendor: Wucius Wong
Principles of Form and Design
An unprecedented package that gives readers the content of three important references by one of today's most influential design writers. This is a master class in the principles and practical fundamentals of design that will appeal to a broad audience of graphic artists and...- $60.95
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Vendor: Paul Allen Miller
Latin Erotic Elegy: An Anthology and Reader
This indispensable volume provides a complete course on Latin erotic elegy, allowing students to trace a coherent narrative of the genre's rise and fall, and to understand its relationship to the changes that marked the collapse of the Roman republic, and the founding of...- $48.95
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Vendor: Stephen Davies
The Philosophy of Art
Now available in a fully revised and updated second edition, this accessible and insightful introduction outlines the central theories and ongoing debates in the philosophy of art. Covers a wide range of topics, including the definition and interpretation of art, the connections between artistic...- $37.95
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Vendor: George Bent
Public Painting and Visual Culture in Early Republican Florence
Street corners, guild halls, government offices, and confraternity centers contained paintings that made the city of Florence a visual jewel at precisely the time of its emergence as an international cultural leader. This book considers the paintings that were made specifically for consideration by...- $141.00
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Vendor: Kyle Lawrence
Film Making for Newbs
The complete guide to producing, distributing, and marketing your film on any budget. Award winning Director and Producer Kyle Lawrence (THE SCARF and LOGAN), shares tips, tricks, advice, anecdotes, and many mistakes to help prepare you for your first (or next) film. Whether you're...- $22.97
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Vendor: VI Khi Nao
Umbilical Hospital
Poetry. Asian & Asian American Studies. Film. Art. UMBILICAL HOSPITAL is a poetic ekphrasis of Leslie Thornton's Sheep Machine, part of her Binocular Series. Filmed in Saas-Fee, it shows a flock of sheep grazing next to the structural support of cable car system. Leslie...- $17.00
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Vendor: Alexander Rothman
Ink Brick: The Journal of Comics Poetry Vol. 10
Comics are a powerful story-telling tool, but what else can they do? Ink Brick is an Ignatz Award-nominated anthology that mines the poetic potential of comics' visual language. Work from the series has been featured in the BEST AMERICAN COMICS Notables section and the...- $19.95
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Vendor: Lana Hechtman Ayers
Red Riding Hood's Real Life: a novel in verse
"Celebrated poet Ayers reveals the true-life story of Red Riding Hood, recounting with tenderness--and a new erotic candor--both the anguish and hidden pleasures of straying from the well-worn path. Epic in scope but delivered with striking intimacy, the poems move us from the innocence...- $15.00
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Vendor: Sl Scheibe
Vintage Pin-Up Girls: Nude Adult Coloring Book
This adult coloring book features beautiful nude vintage pinup girls in many shapes and sizes including fabulous round curves and tall and slim beauties. These retro nudes are tasteful and fun and are easy to color Pages are single sided for your coloring ease...- $9.95
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Vendor: Vilem Flusser
Immaterialism
Has there been a shift in our concept of immateriality? In Immaterialism, Vil m Flusser explores some of the signs that point towards a cultural shift in relation to what we regard as immaterial. A shift which he considers fundamental for the understanding of...- $9.50
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Vendor: Patricia Caicedo
The Argentinean Art Song: Irma Urteaga Complete Works for Voice & Piano
Complete songs for voice and piano by Argentinean female composer Irma Urteaga. The Book provides an introductory study in English and in Spanish talking about the composer, her songs and the Latin American art song genre. It also provides sheet music.Author: Patricia CaicedoISBN-10: 0981720471ISBN-13:...- $53.00
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Vendor: Tim O'Brien
Tony Baxter: First of the Second Generation of Walt Disney Imagineers
Tony Baxter joined Walt Disney Imagineering when he was 22 years old and is among the first of a second generation of Disney creatives who fashioned the magic found today in Disney parks worldwide. He would stay with the company for nearly fifty year...- $21.99
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Vendor: David Ingram
Green Screen: Environmentalism and Hollywood Cinema
This book combines film studies with environmental history and politics, aiming to establish a cultural criticism informed by 'green' thought. David Ingram argues that Hollywood cinema has largely perpetuated romantic attitudes to nature and has played an important ideological role in the 'greenwashing' of...- $26.00
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Vendor: Easterine Kire
The Rain-Maiden and the Bear-Man: And Other Stories
In Easterine Kire's stories, the boundaries between magic and reality drift away, leaving us to marvel at simple yet fantastical folktales about human connection. The title story in this collection is about feeling trapped by other people's definitions of who we are. The Bear-man...- $24.50
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Vendor: Mark W. Scala
Creation Story: Gee's Bend Quilts and the Art of Thornton Dial
Creation Story explores parallels and intersections in the works of Dial and his fellow Alabamians, the remarkable quilters of Gee's Bend. In the tradition of African American cemetery constructions and yard art, these artists harness the tactile properties and symbolic associations of cast-off materials...- $99.95
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Vendor: Gregorio Lopez
El Indio
The classic and still powerful novel of a tragic people caught in the tail wind of a civilization both alien and hostile to them, from the first winner of the Mexican National Award in Literature.From their stick-and-mud village far up the mountains, the Indians...- $37.95
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Vendor: M. C. Richards
The Crossing Point: Poems
A stunning example of poetic questioning. Mary Caroline Richards - "M.C." to her friends - attended Reed College (A.B.) and the University of California (M.A., Ph.D.). Her professional life began conventionally enough, as member of the English faculty at California, Central Washington, Chicago, Black...- $21.95
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Vendor: Lyndal Roper
The Witch in the Western Imagination
In an exciting new approach to witchcraft studies, The Witch in the Western Imagination examines the visual representation of witches in early modern Europe. With vibrant and lucid prose, Lyndal Roper moves away from the typical witchcraft studies on trials, beliefs, and communal dynamics...- $43.50
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Vendor: Marivel T. Danielson
Homecoming Queers: Desire and Difference in Chicana Latina Cultural Production
Homecoming Queers provides a critical discussion of the multiple strategies used by queer Latina authors and artists in the United States to challenge silence and invisibility within mainstream media, literary canons, and theater spaces. Marivel T. Danielson's analysis reveals the extensive legacy of these...- $38.95
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Vendor: Lacey Belinda Smith
Gustave Courbet: Exposed
Gustave Courbet: Exposed By Lacey Belinda SmithAuthor: Lacey Belinda SmithISBN-10: 1492823287ISBN-13: 9781492823285Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/26/2013Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.07d- $13.99
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Vendor: Teva Harrison
Not One of These Poems Is about You
From Teva Harrison, the award-winning author and illustrator of In-Between Days, comes a powerful work of poetry and art in which she continues to explore what it means to live with metastatic breast cancer.In this remarkable, frank, and gut-wrenching mix of words and images,...- $19.95
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Vendor: M. a. B. Ed Balambal
Learn Bharathanatyam: (Mudras & Steps applications)
Natya has the power of cutting off all the worldly sorrows. It has the power of securing the four fold objects of life, namely virtue (Dharma), Wealth (Aasthi), conjugal happiness (Kaama), and salvation (Moksha). Natya increases one's fame, health, self confidence and making success...- $60.00
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Vendor: Marie Bissell Constantin
Finding Calcutta: Memoirs of a Photographer
In 1984, Mother Teresa arrived in New Orleans to speak to a large crowd waiting in the Superdome. As Marie Bissell Constantin drove in from Baton Rouge to take her photograph, she had no idea that her encounter would mark the first of many,...- $32.90
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Vendor: Hamid Naweed
Art Through the Ages in Afghanistan Volume Ii: A Study of Art and Architecture from Early Islamic Era to Present Time
Hamid Naweed has received his M.F.A from the State University of New York at Buffalo. He was the professor of art history, color theory, studio arts, and art appreciation at the Fine Arts Department of Kabul University and is now an honorary member of...- $77.99
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Vendor: Hamid Naweed
Art Through the Ages in Afghanistan
Art through the Ages in Afghanistan, written in two volumes is a major work. It is the product of many years of research, including frequents visits to Kabul Museum and important archeological sites in Afghanistan, as well as visits to major museums in Europe...- $64.99
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Vendor: Jean Larremore
Self-Portrait of a Texas Cowboy: Ass Over Teakettle
Author: Jean LarremoreISBN-10: 1468553526ISBN-13: 9781468553529Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/29/2012Pages: 132Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.45lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d- $14.95
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Vendor: Bernard Ewell
Artful Dodgers: Fraud & Foolishness in the Art Market
Who really knows how the art market works? Here, for the first time, art detective, veteran appraiser and international art expert Bernard Ewell opens the door and gives you a tour of the world's most unregulated market, one unlike any other which does not...- $22.99
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Vendor: Dianne Mize
Finding Freedom to Create: A Painter's Roadmap
Travel with Dianne Mize as she takes you on a journey to your inner artist and guides you with practical ways to set aside struggle and enjoy being the creative individual that you know you are. Mize inserts tutorials and brain teasers among philosophical...- $30.95
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Vendor: Martin F. Gleason
First Steps In Water Color Painting
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Martin F. GleasonISBN-10: 1446079244ISBN-13: 9781446079249Publisher:...- $26.99
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Vendor: Bolton Brown
Lithography For Artists - A Complete Account Of How To Grind, Draw Upon, Etch, And Print From The Stone
LITHOGRAPHY FOR ARTISTS A COMPLETE ACCOUNT OF HOW TO GRIND, DRAW UPON, ETCH, AND PRINT FROM THE STONE, TOGETHER WITH INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAKING CRAYON, TRANS FERRING, ETC. by BOLTON BROWN. First published in 1930. PREAMBLE: IT IS suggested that one who puts out a...- $39.99
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Vendor: Randy Rabin
Drawing on Brilliance
Discover for yourself the process of innovation success by viewing how the masters designed their products.What happens when you put a collection of wildly dissimilar drawings in front of creative people? They tend to come up with scores of new ideas. Discover a treasure...- $39.95
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Vendor: Reif Erickson
FRESHAIR Painting
Author: Reif EricksonISBN-10: 1438912978ISBN-13: 9781438912974Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/20/2009Pages: 124Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.32d- $36.99
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Vendor: Monica Carpendale
A Traveler's Guide to Art Therapy Supervision
The intention of this book is three-fold: to be a supervision handbook for art therapy students; to be a self or peer supervision resource for professional therapists; and to provide a framework for training art therapy supervisors. While the underlying framework is grounded in...- $14.77
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Vendor: William C. Orchard
Beads and Beadwork of the American Indians
An in-depth study of the bead and how the native north and south Americans utilised beads for dress and ritual clothing from prehistoric to relatively modern times. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely...- $33.99
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Vendor: Rushelle Kucala
An Atlas of Dinosaur Anatomy
Dive into the prehistoric world by studying the anatomy of dinosaurs This 66 page book is filled with 17 fully illustrated dinosaurs (PLUS Odontoceti Whales) with separate images for bones, muscles, and outer skin along with labels for the bones and muscles.Author: Rushelle KucalaISBN-10:...- $35.00
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Vendor: Gary L. Friedman
The Friedman Archives Guide to the Sony RX-10 IV (B&W Edition)
Gary Friedman has earned a reputation for clear explanations and a ridiculous attention to detail. And now he applies these talents to the amazing Sony RX-10 IV camera in this 677 page book. You are purchasing the black-and-white printed edition. Other options are available...- $53.02
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Vendor: Wycliffe a. Hill
Plot Wizard Flash Fiction: A "Genie" For Creating Original Content Structure in Minutes for Short Stories
Content Structure for Flash Fiction has never been so simple and fast. What if all story ideas were able to be boiled down to a single formula? Wycliffe A. Hill had this idea in the 1930's when no less than Cecil B. DeMille rejected...- $11.95
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Vendor: Katie Dunkle
The State Flower Coloring Book: Hand Drawn Graphic Illustrations
In The State Flower Coloring Book you will find 50 detailed floral designs for all ages. Illustrations include descriptions and fun facts about every state flower. Each hand drawn image is designed on a single page and ordered alphabetically, with back pages remaining blank...- $20.00
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Vendor: Jessie Oleson Moore
Another Unicorn Coloring Book
Gather up your crayons or colored pencils, and make sure you've got all the colors of the rainbow! This is the long awaited follow up coloring book to illustrator Jessie Oleson Moore's first volume, *The Unicorn Coloring Book*. Featuring a myriad of 24 magical...- $7.99
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Vendor: Fernando Arrue
My Poppa Doc
Adult coloring pages featuring the art of Veteran Tattooist Poppa Doc Arrue.Author: Fernando ArrueISBN-10: 1365723550ISBN-13: 9781365723551Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/27/2017Pages: 56Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.34lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.12d- $12.95
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Vendor: Gary L. Friedman
The Complete Guide to Sony's Alpha 7r II (B&W Edition)
Gary's Ebooks on the Sony cameras are renown for being the most thorough, detailed, and enjoyable to read. This latest edition goes into even more detail of the features everyone wants to know about: * All the focusing modes explained in an intuitive way...- $53.50
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Vendor: Ron Kibble
Skinheads and Punks in Love: Gay Male Love
A love poem and images that depict an alternative view of affection and intimacyAuthor: Ron KibbleISBN-10: 1320734952ISBN-13: 9781320734950Publisher: BlurbLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/05/2015Pages: 26Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.73lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.25d- $59.99
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Vendor: Katie Pasquini Masopust
Color and Composition for the Creative Q: Improve Any Quilt with Easy-To-Follow Lessons
*Important Note about PRINT ON DEMAND Editions: This title will be printed after purchase and will arrive separately from any in-stock items. Please allow approximately 2 weeks for USA delivery, with an additional 2 weeks for international shipments. Expedited shipping is not available on...- $25.95
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Vendor: Evelyn Whitebear
Mandala: Adult Colouring Book
In this wonderful Adult Colouring Book, book you will find 35 beautiful Mandala designs to colour at your leisure, providing periods of creative meditation that will bring peace, calm, tranquillity and balance into your life. Various designs from simple to more intricate, depending on...- $5.53
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Vendor: Mary Aflague
Samoan Adult Coloring Book
This Samoan Adult Coloring Book is hand drawn art that highlights the beautiful images of the Samoan islands and the tropics. Bertha Aflague, a Chamorro native of Guam, enjoys practicing the artful dance of her pen as she creates beautiful island patterns that bring...- $14.95
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Art Books
Art books are collections of written content and visual imagery that focus on various aspects of art, including history, techniques, movements, artists, and specific mediums. Art books serve as valuable resources for art enthusiasts, students, professionals, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the diverse world of art.
One of the fundamental purposes of art books is to provide an in-depth exploration of different art movements throughout history. These books cover significant periods such as the Renaissance, Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, and contemporary art, shedding light on the context, characteristics, and prominent artists within each movement. By studying these books, readers gain an understanding of the evolution of art and how societal, political, and cultural influences shape artistic expression. Art books also offer valuable insights into the lives and works of celebrated artists. Biographies and monographs provide detailed examinations of individual artists, offering glimpses into their personal lives, inspirations, techniques, and artistic philosophies. Through these publications, readers can delve into the fascinating stories behind the masterpieces and better understand the motivations and creative processes of these iconic figures.
Moreover, art books often showcase various artistic techniques, mediums, and materials. From painting and sculpture to printmaking and photography, these books offer valuable instructional content, step-by-step demonstrations, and practical tips to artists looking to enhance their skills. They can be instrumental for both beginners and experienced artists, providing inspiration and guidance on aspects like composition, color theory, perspective, and more. Beyond historical and instructional content, art books offer a curated selection of images, showcasing artworks from renowned museums, private collections, and exhibitions. These visual collections allow readers to appreciate the diversity and brilliance of artistic creations firsthand, with high-quality reproductions that capture the nuances, textures, and details of the original works.
Art books serve as valuable resources for individuals interested in exploring different facets of art. Offering historical context, biographical insights, instructional content, and visual collections, these books provide readers with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the artistic world. Whether as educational tools, sources of inspiration, or cherished collectors' items, art books contribute significantly to the enrichment of art lovers and the wider cultural community.
Popular Art Books
Art books are a beloved category among book enthusiasts, offering an exploration of various art forms, artists, movements, and techniques. With their striking visuals and insightful texts, art books have a universal appeal that transcends cultural boundaries. Within this vast collection, there are several popular books that have captured the hearts and minds of readers around the world. Let's delve into some of these captivating titles.
1. "The Story of Art" by E.H. Gombrich: Widely considered a masterpiece in art education, this book presents a comprehensive overview of art history. Gombrich's engaging writing style and accessible language make it an ideal choice for beginners and experienced art lovers alike.
2. "Ways of Seeing" by John Berger: This seminal work explores the ways in which we perceive and interpret art. Berger's thought-provoking essays, combined with captivating imagery, challenge traditional notions of art and offer a fresh perspective on the subject.
These are just a few examples of the popular books within the art book collection. Whether you are an art enthusiast, a student, or simply someone who appreciates beauty, there is an art book out there that will captivate and inspire you with its stunning visuals and profound insights.
What sets White Rain Book House apart from other bookstores is its commitment to acquiring rare and limited-edition art books. Acquiring these treasures is an incredibly meticulous process, involving extensive research, collaborations with reputable publishers and dealers, and attending art fairs and exhibitions to ensure a distinctive collection that cannot be found elsewhere. Art collectors and aficionados flock to White Rain Book House, knowing they can find unique editions that enhance their collections and deepen their knowledge of the art world.

