{"title":"Morgan Falconer","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection dedicated to Morgan Falconer, a distinguished voice in the field of arts and culture. Known for his insightful and thought-provoking works, Falconer possesses a unique ability to delve into the complexities of the art world and bring them to life for readers of all backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his acclaimed book \u003cem\u003eHow to Be Avant-Garde\u003c\/em\u003e, Falconer explores the nuances of avant-garde art, offering readers a comprehensive guide to understanding and appreciating this dynamic field. His writing is characterised by clarity, depth, and an engaging narrative style that invites both art novices and aficionados to expand their horizons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection serves as a gateway to understanding the ever-evolving world of arts and culture through the lens of an expert. Whether you're an aspiring artist, a seasoned collector, or someone with a burgeoning interest in the arts, Morgan Falconer's works provide valuable insights and inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into his books to enhance your knowledge and gain a deeper appreciation of the cultural conversations that shape our artistic landscapes today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"how-to-be-avant-garde-by-morgan-falconer-9781324051428","title":"How to Be Avant-Garde","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Art has poisoned our life,\" proclaimed Dutch artist and De Stijl cofounder Theo van Doesburg. Reacting to the tumultuous crises of the twentieth century, especially the horrors of World War I, avant-garde artists and writers sought to destroy art by transforming it into the substance of everyday life. Following the evolution of these revolutionary groups, \u003cem\u003eHow to Be Avant-Garde\u003c\/em\u003e charts its pioneers and radical ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Paris to New York, from Zurich to Moscow and Berlin, avant-gardists challenged the confines of the definition of art along with the confines of the canvas itself. Art historian Morgan Falconer starts with the dynamic Futurist founder Filippo Tommaso Marinetti, whose manifesto extolling speed, destruction, and modernity seeded avant-gardes across Europe. In turn, Dadaists Hugo Ball and Emmy Hennings sought to replace art with political cabaret, and the Surrealists tried to exchange it for tools to plumb the unconscious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe guides us through the Russian Constructivists with their adventures in advertising and utopianism and then De Stijl with the geometric abstractions of Piet Mondrian. The Bauhaus broke more boundaries, transmuting art into architecture and design. 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