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Jesus Now

Art + Pop Culture
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Jesus Now by Laetitia Barbier explores the enduring influence of Jesus Christ in contemporary art and culture. The book delves into how modern artists interpret and reinvent the figure of Jesus, reflecting on current social and cultural themes. Rich with visual illustrations, it offers a thought-provoking look at the intersection of faith and modern artistic expression.
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Format: Hardback
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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in contemporary interpretations of religious themes, blending art, culture, and modern perspectives. It's perfect for those who enjoy exploring how traditional figures are reimagined in today's artistic landscape, offering a fresh view on timeless subjects.

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Jesus as portrayed in contemporary art, graphic design, advertising and pop culture. See Jesus in South Park, Jesus as an American superhero, a comic book character or a Japanese manga.

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For thousands of years, Jesus' life was the main inspiration for artists. With the advent of democracies in the 19th century, art left behind the sacred to become Modern, Impressionist, Cubist...Here is Jesus' premiere in contemporary art, graphic design and pop culture. Jesus in advertising. Jesus in South Park. Jesus in street art. Jesus as an American superhero comic book character or in Japanese manga. Jesus, star of pop art. Jesus, superstar of fancy art galleries. With art from more than 300 artists, the world's first book about Jesus in contemporary art is sure to entertain!

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Jesus Now by Laetitia Barbier is celebrated for its unique and thought-provoking exploration of Jesus Christ's presence in contemporary culture. Critics praise its rich visual content and insightful commentary, which invites readers to reflect on the enduring influence of Jesus in modern artistic expressions. The book is noted for being both visually captivating and intellectually stimulating.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9782374950068

Publisher: Cernunnos

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 March 2021

Country: France

Imprint: Cernunnos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 37.0mm

Width: 180.0mm

Height: 247.0mm

Weight: 1310g

Pages: 288

About the Author

French-born Laetitia Barbier is an independent scholar and curator, as well as a professional tarot reader and teacher. She earned a bachelor’s degree in art history at the Sorbonne in Paris. Barbier has worked with Morbid Anatomy as the programming director and head librarian since 2012. Her work has been featured in Atlas Obscura, Vice, and in Death: A Graveside Companion.

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