Author: Irving Montagu
Publisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 458
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Wanderings of a War Artist
Author: Irving Montagu
Publisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 458
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Pages : 458
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Wanderings of an Artist Among the Indians of North America
Author: Paul Kane
Publisher: London : Longman, Brown, Green, Longmans, and Roberts
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Category : Canada
Languages : en
Pages : 546
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Publisher: London : Longman, Brown, Green, Longmans, and Roberts
ISBN:
Category : Canada
Languages : en
Pages : 546
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War Artist
Author: Simon Cleary
Publisher: Univ. of Queensland Press
ISBN: 0702261939
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
When Brigadier James Phelan returns from Afghanistan with the body of a young soldier killed under his command, he is traumatised by the tragedy. An encounter with young Sydney tattoo artist Kira leaves him with a permanent tribute to the soldier, but it is a meeting that will change the course of his life. What he isn't expecting is a campaign of retribution from the soldiers who blame him for the ambush and threaten his career. With his marriage also on the brink, his life spirals out of control. Years later, Phelan is surprised when Kira re-enters his life seeking refuge from her own troubles and with a young son in tow. She finds a way to help him make peace with his past, but she is still on the run from her own. The War Artist is a timely and compelling novel about the legacy of war, the power of art and the possibility of redemption.
Publisher: Univ. of Queensland Press
ISBN: 0702261939
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
When Brigadier James Phelan returns from Afghanistan with the body of a young soldier killed under his command, he is traumatised by the tragedy. An encounter with young Sydney tattoo artist Kira leaves him with a permanent tribute to the soldier, but it is a meeting that will change the course of his life. What he isn't expecting is a campaign of retribution from the soldiers who blame him for the ambush and threaten his career. With his marriage also on the brink, his life spirals out of control. Years later, Phelan is surprised when Kira re-enters his life seeking refuge from her own troubles and with a young son in tow. She finds a way to help him make peace with his past, but she is still on the run from her own. The War Artist is a timely and compelling novel about the legacy of war, the power of art and the possibility of redemption.
The War of Art
Author: Steven Pressfield
Publisher: Black Irish Entertainment LLC
ISBN: 1936891042
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
What keeps so many of us from doing what we long to do? Why is there a naysayer within? How can we avoid the roadblocks of any creative endeavor—be it starting up a dream business venture, writing a novel, or painting a masterpiece? The War of Art identifies the enemy that every one of us must face, outlines a battle plan to conquer this internal foe, then pinpoints just how to achieve the greatest success. The War of Art emphasizes the resolve needed to recognize and overcome the obstacles of ambition and then effectively shows how to reach the highest level of creative discipline. Think of it as tough love . . . for yourself.
Publisher: Black Irish Entertainment LLC
ISBN: 1936891042
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
What keeps so many of us from doing what we long to do? Why is there a naysayer within? How can we avoid the roadblocks of any creative endeavor—be it starting up a dream business venture, writing a novel, or painting a masterpiece? The War of Art identifies the enemy that every one of us must face, outlines a battle plan to conquer this internal foe, then pinpoints just how to achieve the greatest success. The War of Art emphasizes the resolve needed to recognize and overcome the obstacles of ambition and then effectively shows how to reach the highest level of creative discipline. Think of it as tough love . . . for yourself.
Catalogue of books in the lending department of the public library, Buckingham palace road
Author: London St. George, Hanover sq, publ. libr
Publisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 428
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Pages : 428
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The Night Portrait
Author: Laura Morelli
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062993585
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
USA Today Bestseller "This is a truly original novel that has earned its place among my favorite works of historical fiction."--Jennifer Robson, USA Today bestselling author of The Gown An exciting, dual-timeline historical novel about the creation of one of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous paintings, Portrait of a Lady with an Ermine, and the woman who fought to save it from Nazi destruction during World War II. Milan, 1492: When a 16-year old beauty becomes the mistress of the Duke of Milan, she must fight for her place in the palace—and against those who want her out. Soon, she finds herself sitting before Leonardo da Vinci, who wants to ensure his own place in the ducal palace by painting his most ambitious portrait to date. Munich, World War II: After a modest conservator unwittingly places a priceless Italian Renaissance portrait into the hands of a high-ranking Nazi leader, she risks her life to recover it, working with an American soldier, part of the famed Monuments Men team, to get it back. Two women, separated by 500 years, are swept up in the tide of history as one painting stands at the center of their quests for their own destinies.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062993585
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
USA Today Bestseller "This is a truly original novel that has earned its place among my favorite works of historical fiction."--Jennifer Robson, USA Today bestselling author of The Gown An exciting, dual-timeline historical novel about the creation of one of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous paintings, Portrait of a Lady with an Ermine, and the woman who fought to save it from Nazi destruction during World War II. Milan, 1492: When a 16-year old beauty becomes the mistress of the Duke of Milan, she must fight for her place in the palace—and against those who want her out. Soon, she finds herself sitting before Leonardo da Vinci, who wants to ensure his own place in the ducal palace by painting his most ambitious portrait to date. Munich, World War II: After a modest conservator unwittingly places a priceless Italian Renaissance portrait into the hands of a high-ranking Nazi leader, she risks her life to recover it, working with an American soldier, part of the famed Monuments Men team, to get it back. Two women, separated by 500 years, are swept up in the tide of history as one painting stands at the center of their quests for their own destinies.
Trenton Public Library Bulletin
Author: Trenton Free Public Library (Trenton, N.J.)
Publisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 306
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Languages : en
Pages : 306
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Belgravia
Author:
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Languages : en
Pages : 490
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Languages : en
Pages : 490
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Journal
Author: Military Service Institution of the United States
Publisher:
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Category : Military art and science
Languages : en
Pages : 526
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Category : Military art and science
Languages : en
Pages : 526
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The Wandering War
Author: Cindy Dees
Publisher: Tor Fantasy
ISBN: 0765370328
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 545
Book Description
Their rebellion in tatters, freedom fighters Raina of Tyrel, White Heart healer, and Will Cobb, woodsman turned battle wizard, race to wake the Sleeping King, who is their only hope to end the evil Kothite Empire.
Publisher: Tor Fantasy
ISBN: 0765370328
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 545
Book Description
Their rebellion in tatters, freedom fighters Raina of Tyrel, White Heart healer, and Will Cobb, woodsman turned battle wizard, race to wake the Sleeping King, who is their only hope to end the evil Kothite Empire.