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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a dazzling illumination of the seminal poem 'Pygmalion and the Image' contained within the legendary 'Earthly Paradise' by William Morris, an artistic tour de force that epitomized an era. A tale of an artist's obsessive passion for his own creation, the story is transformed into a vivid narrative by the enchanting illustrations of Sir Edward Burne-Jones. The author explores the book through the lens of craftsmanship and artistic obsession, delving deeply into the themes of lost love and artistic idolatry that permeate it. This literary journey guides readers to delve into the historical backdrop of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, shedding light on the movement's pursuit of aesthetic perfection and its profound influence on the arts. Analyzing Burne-Jones's captivating illustrations, the author underscores the symbiotic relationship between image and text, underscoring the way they enrich and amplify one another's power. This analysis probes beyond the surface of the illustrations, unearthing the wealth of deeper allegorical and psychological insights that lie within. By placing the story within the wider context of classic mythology and medieval romance, the book invites readers to contemplate the universal human desire for transcendence, the folly of unattainable perfection, and the ultimate power of art to shape our emotional and spiritual experiences. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333516116_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333516116
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333516116
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)