DO NOT DETONATE Without Presidential Approval

Name: DO NOT DETONATE Without Presidential Approval
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SKU: 9781805330516
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A Portfolio on the Subjects of Mid-century Cinema, the Broadway Stage and the American West

By Various Authors and X Various Authors

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DO NOT DETONATE Without Presidential Approval, curated by Various Authors, is an intriguing collection of essays and reflections that explore the intersection of art, culture, and geopolitics. The book examines how creative expression responds to and influences global political dynamics, offering diverse perspectives from an array of writers. This collection aims to engage readers with thought-provoking insights on the powerful role of the arts in society.
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Dive into a unique anthology filled with captivating short stories and essays that explore intriguing themes with a touch of creativity. This collection brings together diverse voices, providing an eclectic mix of perspectives and thought-provoking narratives, perfect for those who appreciate a rich tapestry of ideas in the realm of arts and culture.

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Writings on people and places, theatre and film, in a portfolio of essays and photographs informing Wes Anderson's film Asteroid City.

A collection of mid-century Americana (and beyond), beginning on the New York stage, and moving south and west towards the small desert town of Asteroid City.

New work by Durga Chew-Bose, Kent Jones, Michael Koresky, Nicolas Saada, Thora Siemsen, Sara Imogen Smith and Gina Telaroli.

Vintage articles from the pages of the New Yorker, the New York Times and Time, pieces from Hilton Als, Jorge Luis Borges, K. Austin Collins, Jonas Mekas, Molly Haskell, Sam Shepard, Bob Balaban and Francois Truffaut.

Images by Eve Arnold, Bruce Davidson, Elliott Erwitt, Stanley Kubrick, Inge Morath, Roy Schatt, Dennis Stock, including never-before published photographs by Brigitte Lacombe.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781805330516

Publisher: Pushkin Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pushkin Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 240

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Non-Fiction Various Authors X Various Authors

About the Author

Wes Anderson was born in Houston, Texas. His films include Bottle Rocket, Rushmore, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, The Darjeeling Limited, Fantastic Mr. Fox, Moonrise Kingdom, The Grand Budapest Hotel, Isle of Dogs and The French Dispatch. His latest film is Asteroid City.