A History of Words for Children
Mary Richards and Rose Blake
Rs. 1,709.00
This flamboyant, nostalgic volume oozes young English artist Luke Edward Hall’s trademark whimsical, eclectic style. His Cotswolds cottage and studio and London apartment exist as creative laboratories, forming the backdrop to his interior, product, and fashion design, as well as his painting, drawing, and writing. This exciting new volume explores Hall’s romantic, colorful universe through his homes and workspaces, drawing on his myriad influences, from local mythology and folklore to 1980s pop music and all things Baroque.
Divided into three sections—Country, London, and Studio—and featuring photographs by Hall’s close friend and collaborator Billal Taright, the book also showcases Hall’s artwork, together with an assortment of short essays on his passions, from flowers and gardens to cooking and clothes. Coupled with vintage photographs and drawings of noteworthy personalities and locations, plus collage style collections of Hall’s own memorabilia, this book will enchant Hall’s legion of fans as well as art and design enthusiasts.
Divided into three sections—Country, London, and Studio—and featuring photographs by Hall’s close friend and collaborator Billal Taright, the book also showcases Hall’s artwork, together with an assortment of short essays on his passions, from flowers and gardens to cooking and clothes. Coupled with vintage photographs and drawings of noteworthy personalities and locations, plus collage style collections of Hall’s own memorabilia, this book will enchant Hall’s legion of fans as well as art and design enthusiasts.
Mary Richards is a publisher, author and illustrator. She adapted the bestselling A History of Pictures for Children from David Hockney’s original, and co-wrote (with David Schweitzer) A History of Music for Children. Rose Blake is an award-winning artist and illustrator who has illustrated numerous books for children, including A History of Pictures for Children and A History of Music for Children.
Publisher
Thames and Hudson Ltd
ISBN
9780500652824
Binding
Hardback
Page Extent
96
Weight (kg)
0.78
Height (in)
10.98
Width (in)
8.5
Subject
Children's
, Children's Non-Fiction
Published Date
22
/ 09
/ 2022
Size Guide
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