Michael J. Wilson Knihy

Kniha přináší působivý a nově pojatý přehled děl současných výtvarných umělců, jehož prostřednictvím autor zkoumá proměnlivý a často zarážející svět umění jednadvacátého století. Tvorba dnešních umělců je provokativní, složitá a nezřídka vyvolává rozpačité reakce. Jak číst současné umění může čtenářům posloužit jako vodítko, pokud chtějí porozumět a umět si vychutnat ohromné množství rozmanitých děl vystavených v muzeích a galeriích po celém světě. Soubor v abecedním řazení podle příjmení autorů představuje více než dvě stovky děl – fotografií, instalací, soch, maleb, videí a performancí – vytvořených žijícími umělci v průběhu posledních dvou desetiletí. Michael Wilson se zde zabývá tvorbou široké škály současných nejvýznamnějších umělců, mezi jinými Francise Alÿse, dvojice Allora & Calzadilla, Luca Tuymanse a Mariny Abramovićové. Jedná se nejen o umělce, kteří „v současné době patří k nejoslavovanějším, ale také o ty, jimž se dostává uznání jiných umělců a mají významný vliv, aniž se sami stali celebritami.“

The narrative explores the life of Honourable Michael Wilson, highlighting his journey as a Canadian politician and his profound transformation into a mental health advocate after the tragic passing of his son. It delves into his struggles, resilience, and the impact of personal loss on his public service and advocacy work.

Focusing on microorganisms that are naturally found in humans, this advanced text explores their significant roles in health and disease. It delves into the complex interactions between these microbes and the human body, highlighting their impact on various health conditions. The book is essential for understanding the balance between beneficial and harmful microorganisms, making it a crucial resource for students and professionals in microbiology and healthcare.

Exploring the vibrant landscape of contemporary art in the United States and Canada, this survey highlights the multicultural influences shaping today's artistic expression. It showcases a diverse array of mediums and techniques, including painting, photography, video, installation, and performance, illustrating the rich tapestry of styles and content emerging from the region. This timely examination offers insights into the dynamic interplay of culture and creativity in North American art.

The aim of this book is to illustrate the holistic purpose of therapy to resource integration of the client.

Jerome Martin is an awkward teenager living a seemingly meaningless existence in a small seaside village. Little does he know that is all about to change when he is drawn into the lives of those haunted by the Secrets of Time.When a shy, unassuming Jerome crosses paths with Sam Addison, a teacher at his high school, neither of them expects it to be of any consequence. But by coincidence or fate, they soon find their lives becoming intertwined.Jerome eventually learns of a mysterious incident that occurred decades earlier. He also discovers how important the mystery seems to be in the life of Sam, a man whose past is buried in his pain. As events play out, more characters become linked to the mystery and are forced to come to terms with a past they could never forget.

If the Paintings Could Talk reveals the hidden histories of paintings in the National Gallery, London. With a treasury of fascinating facts, discoveries, and tales, this book describes the flight a work took down a mountainside and the portrait that appeared in a James Bond film, among many other entertaining events and stories. An engaging, accessible, and highly original gallery guide that cross-references entries throughout, the book provides a unique tour of this remarkable collection.Published by National Gallery Company/Distributed by Yale University Press

"Today's artists create work that's challenging, complicated, and often perplexing, and this book offers a guide to understanding-and enjoying- the wide range of works on display in museums and galleries worldwide. Organized alphabetically, the book includes more than two hundred works of art made in the last twenty years by living artists from all over the globe, encompassing photography, installation, sculpture, painting, video art, perfomance, and more. Author Michael Wilson explores the impact of a broad selection of the most prominent artists at work around the world, including Francis Alys, Allora & Calzadilla, Luc Tuymans, and Marina Abramovic." - Excerpt from back cover.

Set against the backdrop of the Russian Civil War following World War I, the narrative explores the Royal Navy's involvement in supporting the White Russian army against the Bolsheviks. Focusing on the British enclaves of Murmansk and Archangel, it details the challenges faced by soldiers and sailors in a conflict that ultimately proved futile. Michael Wilson sheds light on this often-overlooked chapter of history, highlighting the complexities and struggles of the British forces during this tumultuous period.