Walter Gropius : Visionary Founder of the Bauhaus by Fiona MacCarthy 9780571295142

Walter Gropius : Visionary Founder of the Bauhaus

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Walter Gropius: Visionary Founder of the Bauhaus is a compelling biography crafted by the talented Fiona MacCarthy, inviting readers into the transformative world of one of modernism’s most iconic figures. This extraordinary narrative has earned accolades as a ‘Book of the Year’ from both The Times and New Statesman, and has been featured as BBC Radio 4's ‘Book of the Week’.

This detailed biography not only chronicles Gropius's life but encapsulates the essence of a tumultuous era through:

  • Over 130 vibrant color photographs and illustrations that bring to life the revolutionary spirit of the Bauhaus art school he founded in Germany from 1910 to 1930.
  • Insights into the harrowing effects of the Great War on Gropius’s ideology.
  • The complexities of his tempestuous marriage with the renowned Alma Mahler.
  • A poignant exploration of the heart-wrenching loss of their daughter and its impact on his artistic vision.
  • His eventual exodus to London and later fulfilling years in America.

Acclaimed as ‘a masterpiece’ by Edmund de Waal, this biography is described by The Times as ‘commanding, intelligent, gripping’. Through rich storytelling and insightful analysis, readers will gain a profound understanding of Walter Gropius’s lasting influence on art and architecture against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world.

Unveil the legacy of a visionary who continues to inspire today. Discover Walter Gropius: Visionary Founder of the Bauhaus and explore the intricate tapestry of his life’s work!

Product Information

ISBN: 9780571295142
Author: Fiona MacCarthy
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Faber & Faber
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Dimensions: 129 x 197 x 37 mm
Publication Date: 06 February, 2020
Pagination: 560 pages
Weight: 478g

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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.

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