{"title":"Philippe Delord","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the enchanting world of arts and culture with the celebrated author Philippe Delord. Renowned for his immersive storytelling and rich visual narratives, Delord's works offer a unique perspective that captivates art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. His acclaimed books, such as \u003cem\u003eHiroshige's Japan\u003c\/em\u003e, transport readers to the vivid landscapes and cultural tapestries of historical periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelord's writing style is both accessible and engaging, making complex subjects both understandable and fascinating. Each book invites you on a journey, exploring the intricate details and broader strokes that define our cultural heritage. His deep appreciation for the arts is evident in every page, inviting readers to see the world through an artist's eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned art lover or a curious newcomer, Philippe Delord's collection offers a window into the beauty and depth of the arts, making it a valuable addition to any bookshelf. Dive into Delord's world and enrich your understanding of art and culture with his expertly crafted narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hiroshiges-japan-by-philippe-delord-9784805316290","title":"Hiroshige's Japan","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Presented alongside Hiroshige's prints, with descriptions and context, Delord's work offers an absorbing contemplation of Japan's past and present via one legendary travel route, and shows how thoroughly upended our surroundings have been in what was, in wider perspective, only a short time.\" - \u003cstrong\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJourney along the famed Tokaido Road—an ancient thoroughfare with a modern twist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido\u003c\/em\u003e is the best-known work of the great 19th century Japanese woodblock artist Utagawa Hiroshige. The series of 53 masterful woodblock prints depicts stops along the ancient Tokaido Road—which, from the eleventh to the nineteenth century, was the main thoroughfare between Tokyo and Kyoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThough the road itself is now submerged under Japan's twenty-first-century urban landscape, French artist Philippe Delord set out to see if he could find the original locations, with just a moped, sketchbook, watercolours and a book of Hiroshige's prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHiroshige's Japan\u003c\/em\u003e allows readers to make the journey alongside Delord, venturing from Tokyo and Mount Fuji to mountain passes and rugged coastlines. Inside are all 53 original scenery prints made by Hiroshige, alongside their modern-day equivalent by Delord. A lively commentary about his experiences as he tries to locate each of the 53 scenes (without speaking Japanese!) offers readers an insightful, and often humorous, look into both modern and historical Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart travelogue, part work of art, this book is sure to delight armchair travellers, history buffs, art enthusiasts and Japanophiles alike!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853609390316,"sku":"9784805316290","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25553483483898.jpg?v=1759211100"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/philippe-delord.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}