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A mixed-media volume with text by Hoyt Hilsman and original artwork
by Nancy Kay Turner
This is a provocative and novel investigation of the psyches of
sixty artists, predominantly from the world of film, theatre and
television/radio -- writers, actors, producers and directors
ranging from Shakespeare and Voltaire to major
late-twentieth-century figures such as Spike Milligan, Sam
Peckinpah and Frank Sinatra, by way of F. Scott Fitzgerald, Orson
Welles and Judy Garland. Irish artists featured include Oliver St
John Gogarty, Jimmy O'Dea and Richard Harris. The chapters, which
range from quite brief vignettes to more in-depth studies, examine
the background of each individual before considering their
personality, social relationships and work. Professor Fitzgerald
brings his expertise to bear in elucidating the psychological
factors, strengths and frailties that shaped the lives and careers
of these prominent creators, many of whom are regarded as geniuses.
The lives of extraordinary artists are of interest in themselves;
when their stories are told from the perspective of expert
psychological insight, the results are fascinating and revealing.
This book consists of fifteen cartoons inspired by an 1866 Harper's
Weekly article about the hypothetical length of the Thirty Years'
War at different periods in time and extending into the future when
both sides had developed the ultimate weapons to end all wars. Of
course, war is inspired by the devil.
Fantasy Flowers Coloring Book No. 2 -32 Designs in an Elaborate
Square Frame, illustrated by Alberta L. Hutchinson, is a collection
of 32 fantasy flowers, each inside an elaborate square frame,
suitable for coloring. Children and adults alike will enjoy the
infinite designs that can be made by adjusting the color of both
the intricate frame and the flower designs. Hutchinson has colored
seven of the designs on the front and back cover as examples and
inspiration. As with Hutchinson's other design coloring books,
Fantasy Flowers Coloring Book No. 2 will be enjoyed by colorists of
all ages and levels of skill.
The Book of Love features stunning full-colored art from the
collection of Hearts of Love and Light by Artist, Alixandra
Mullins, as well as a variety of Love poems and writings by various
contributors.
This Pre-School Bridge Coloring Book is for children, ages 4-7. The
focus is on learning shapes, card symbols, counting to 13,
following directions, recognizing colors and introducing basic
bridge concepts. The prime directive is to encourage small kids to
use their imagination, to color inside and outside the lines, and
to play face to face with friends. The learning bonus is the
introduction to the world of playing cards. As Pablo Picasso
himself said, "Every child is an artist." All they need is a little
encouragement. Simply put, there is something very moving about
children coloring in a book. It is so simple, and so much FUN
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