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Michael Bird's seminal work, "The St Ives Artists: A Biography of Place and Time", first graced bookshelves in 2008. Now, this definitive account of the St Ives artistic collective is available in an accessible paperback format, following a beautifully crafted new edition released in 2016.
The tale of international modernism's blossoming in Cornwall stands as a singular chapter in British - perhaps even global - art history. Bird's narrative, rich with startling anecdotes, unravels the intricate tapestry of connections between St Ives artists and the broader currents of 20th-century British life. He deftly situates the works of renowned artists such as Barbara Hepworth, Ben Nicholson, Patrick Heron, and Peter Lanyon within the context of their local surroundings, which profoundly influenced their artistic output.
With the precision of a detective, Bird investigates the impact of seismic events - from world wars to the birth of the Welfare State, from the Cold War to the 1960s space race - on the artists' creations. He also scrutinises the position of women artists in St Ives, the role of social class, and the complex relationships between the artists and the local community.
The book brings to life the vibrant personalities of the St Ives artists, posing the intriguing question: What common thread, if any, links such diverse figures as Alfred Wallis, Naum Gabo, Bernard Leach, and Roger Hilton? Bird's revelations culminate in a captivating and erudite exploration of the St Ives phenomenon, offering readers a compelling journey through this extraordinary artistic landscape.
Book ISBN: | 9781848226555 |
Book Weight: | 658g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’