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Breslin

The Spirit Endures
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Breslin - The Spirit Endures tells the story of an exceptional life, interwoven with tales of surreal adventures, creative outpouring, and poignant insights from internationally recognised Australian artist Anthony Breslin. In Breslin - The Spirit Endures, Breslin shares his soulful journey while traversing the world as... Read More
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Breslin - The Spirit Endures tells the story of an exceptional life, interwoven with tales of surreal adventures, creative outpouring, and poignant insights from internationally recognised Australian artist Anthony Breslin.

In Breslin - The Spirit Endures, Breslin shares his soulful journey while traversing the world as a seeker of life's essence. Leaving his hometown of Melbourne, he immerses himself in the wilds of Africa, the sophistication of Europe, the sultry tropics of East Asia, and the urban jungle of NYC, guided only by his inner voice, relentlessly seeking to express the spirit within. This voice ultimately found form through his powerful art, evoking joy, astonishment, and pathos from his audience of thousands during the decades of Breslin's artistic career.

Breslin's authentic vulnerability and passionate determination shine throughout the book as he delves into memoriesβ€”some painful, some ecstaticβ€”from his childhood, youth, and later years while suffering severely debilitating illness. He reflects on this world of his own prolific creation and hopes that, in the telling of his story, others will gain something.

For those who wish to unleash their creative potential, Breslin offers inspirational, essential revelations on the power of saying 'yes', of not playing it safe, and believing the universe will catch you when you leap into the unknown.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922779496

Publisher: Melbourne Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 June 2025

Country: Australia

Imprint: Melbourne Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 181.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 910g

Pages: 306

About the Author

Anthony Breslin is a revered and internationally acclaimed artist, known for his groundbreaking, unique perspective on life and our place in the universe. Anthony has grappled with a terminal illness for the past decade, which has led to the creation of this memoir- a reflective and joyful recounting of a life lived to its fullest. His previous books include 'Brezania' and 'Frantic Bloom', both published by Melbourne Books.

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