Reading Art: Art For Book Lovers

The written word and image have existed in concert since the beginning of time, captivating our desire for storytelling and beauty through the imagination. Reading Art: Art for Book Lovers is a delightful collection of over 250 full color reproductions of artworks that celebrate the longstanding cultural impact of books. Pleasantly novel-sized in hand, the works are presented without a chronological order, which invites conversation between the wide range of artistic eras represented. David Trigg, British art historian and critic, provides historical anecdotes on many of the images, giving insight to how books were made through history and the changes in education that eventually made reading an accessible pastime. From Japanese woodblock prints, religious frescoes, and Dutch portraiture to contemporary painting and installation art, Reading Art is a must have for any bibliophile, art lover or any combination of the two.

•5.75″W x 1.5″D x 8.25″H

•by David Trigg
•hardcover
•352 pages