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Playing to the Gallery
Helping Contemporary Art in its Struggle to Be Understood
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Shows that any of us can appreciate art. Based on his hugely popular BBC Radio 4 Reith Lectures and full of pictures, this title presents the author's personal journey through the art world that answers the basic questions that might occur to us in an art gallery but seem too embarrassing to ask.
Based on his hugely popular Reith Lectures and full of pictures, this funny, personal journey through the art world answers the basic questions that might occur to us in an art gallery but seem too embarrassing to ask.
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Grayson Perry's irreverent, acclaimed look at the art world, now published in paperback.
Now that Grayson Perry is a fully paid-up member of the art establishment, he wants to show that any of us can appreciate art. After all, there is a reason he's called this book Playing to the Gallery and not Sucking Up to an Academic Elite.
Based on his hugely popular Reith Lectures and full of pictures, this funny, personal journey through the art world answers the basic questions that might occur to us in an art gallery but seem too embarrassing to ask.
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Playing to the Gallery by Grayson Perry is praised for its humour, engaging cartoons, and memorable insights that spark thought-provoking debate. Reviewers appreciate the book's stimulating perspective on art, describing it as both entertaining and insightful. It's lauded for its witty and mischievous style, reflecting Perry's commitment to inclusivity and love for art, while also highlighting his skill as a wordsmith. This work is seen as delightfully presented and inspiringly relevant.
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ISBN: 9780141979618
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 February 2016
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 11.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 132g
Pages: 144
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About the Author
Grayson Perry's first art prize was a large papier-m che head he awarded to himself as part of a performance art project at college in 1980. Since then he has won many other awards, including the Turner Prize in 2003. He is now one of Britain's most celebrated artists and has had major solo exhibitions all over the world. His 2013 BBC Reith Lectures were the most popular lectures since the series began.
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