{"title":"Series: Essential Artists","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eEssential Artists\u003c\/em\u003e series invites readers to explore a diverse range of creative and intellectual pursuits, bridging disciplines such as philosophy, finance, technology, and the arts. Each title offers insightful perspectives, whether through thought-provoking theory, engaging narrative, or practical expertise, appealing to curious minds seeking to deepen their understanding of both the world and human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom compelling graphic novels and children’s stories to incisive works on business, history, and computing, the collection celebrates the varied expressions of artistry and innovation. Readers can expect a thoughtful blend of inspiration and knowledge that enriches the imagination and sharpens critical thinking across genres and disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"essential-artists-the-blake-book-by-martin-myrone-9781854377272","title":"Essential Artists: The Blake Book","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a career that ranged over a turbulent era in European history, William Blake (1757-1827) produced one of the most singular and intense bodies of work in the history of art. Neglected and misunderstood in his lifetime, his extraordinary paintings, poetry, and prints now enjoy an international reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically innovative, strikingly original, and highly personal in their symbolism, his images are both powerfully immediate in their effects and challenging in their complexity. His visual interpretations of the Bible, the poetry of Milton and of Dante, and his unique 'illuminated books', demonstrate a fervid invention and a searching intellect that have entranced generations of admirers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Blake Book\u003c\/em\u003e provides a thorough introduction to the life and work of this complex figure and draws on a vast array of contemporary scholarship, providing a clear-headed overview of Blake's writings and paintings. Exploring the context of his art and life, his symbolism, techniques and critical reputation, and presenting his own writings on art and artists, \u003cem\u003eThe Blake Book\u003c\/em\u003e is the essential guide to this extraordinary figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596345164012,"sku":"9781854377272","price":43.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781854377272-essential-artists-the-blake-book.jpg?v=1777921884"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-essential-artists.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}