{"title":"Alison E. Wright","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlison E. Wright’s work invites readers into a vivid exploration of the natural world, blending keen observation with a rich artistic sensibility. Her writing captures the extraordinary within everyday encounters, offering a fresh perspective on creatures both familiar and curious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSteeped in \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, Alison’s books appeal to those who appreciate thoughtful reflections and beautifully rendered narratives. Expect prose that is both insightful and evocative, perfect for readers drawn to the intersection of nature and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"curious-beasts-by-alison-e-wright-9780714126883","title":"Curious Beasts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Camelopard, The Monstrous Pig, The Famous Porcupine, Dürer's Rhinoceros: these are but a few of the beautiful and bizarre creatures that feature in this delightful book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the visual arts of the fifteenth to the early nineteenth centuries in Europe, animals were understood in relation to the human world, whether as animals of the farm, estate or household, beasts of burden or as diversions in menageries and travelling shows. At the same time, rapidly increasing investigation of the natural world engaged artists in the problems of accurate representation: prints were particularly important in distributing natural historical information (or misinformation) across a wide, international audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully illustrated book explores perceptions of the natural world as seen through the eyes of imaginative artists: works by Goya, Stubbs and Bewick stand alongside prints by lesser-known artists, each selected for its graphic strength, charm and narrative interest. Featured are natural history studies, masterpieces from the British Museum's exceptional collection of classical old master prints, book illustrations, satires and popular prints to beautifully capture the diversity and appeal of early modern print culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisually stunning, entertaining and intriguing, \u003cem\u003eCurious Beasts\u003c\/em\u003e explores humankind's enduring curiosity about the animal world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596077383916,"sku":"9780714126883","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780714126883-curious-beasts.jpg?v=1777915750"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alison-e-wright.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}