"A colorful and fast-moving account of how postwar London became the global center of the art market--a story of Impressionist masterpieces, dodgy dealers, and ground-breaking financial transactions. On October 15, 1958, Sotheby's of Bond Street staged an "event sale" of seven Impressionist paintings belonging to Erwin Goldschmidt: three Manets, two Cézannes, one Van Gogh, and a Renoir. Kirk Douglas, Anthony Quinn, and Somerset Maugham were there...

Taylor Swift has dominated the music industry for years. Known for her witty lyrics, star-studded career, and close connection with her fans, Swift is well-regarded by critics and industry pros alike. While on break from her successful Eras Tour, she released her new album, The Tortured Poets Department,which immediately went to the top of the Billboard chart in April 2024. Growing up, Swift was a huge fan of country music. When she was fourteen,...

"Art has poisoned our life," proclaimed Dutch artist and De Stijl cofounder Theo van Doesburg. Reacting to the tumultuous crises of the twentieth century, especially the horrors of World War I, avant-garde artists and writers sought to destroy art by transforming it into the substance of everyday life. Following the evolution of these revolutionary groups, How to Be Avant-Garde charts its pioneers and radical ideas. From Paris to New York, from Zurich...

"Gamers love a challenge, and fighting monsters is one of the best! But which hostile Minecraft mobs are the toughest foes? From the oceans to the skies, readers will discover the strongest enemies in Minecraft"--

An acclaimed critic, journalist, and songwriter-musician tells the story of art's relation to machines, from the Baroque period to the age of AI.

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"Through explorations of the botanical inspirations and symbolism in Austen's work and personal life, as well as historical information about the gardens and landscapes of the Regency Era, Jane Austen's Garden will transport readers back in time to the lush English landscape of the early 1800s. Woven throughout are DIY projects to help you create a home garden worthy of a surprise visit from Lady Catherine de Bourgh or maybe just give your dining...

Music is like no other business. It's about being at the right place at the right time, following your nose and diving in feet first. It's about being plugged into the mystical electricity and about surfing on the wild energy. No-one captures this wild feral spirit better than Alan McGee whose helter-skelter career through music has made him a major force. Wilder than his bands, more out of control than his most lunatic singer, more driven than his...

"Manga superheroes can save the day with wonderful weapons and awe-inspiring powers. Learn to draw five manga superheroes, including a fearless flier, superstrong hero, and hero with lazerbeam eyes. Alongside the step-by-step instructions for mastering each manga hero, helpful hints teach aspiring artists techniques of the trade and fun facts help readers learn more about the fighters they are creating"-- Provided by publisher.