Description
Book SynopsisA collection of outstanding and fascinating artists' books revealing the inspirations and concerns of a group of remarkable contemporary artists. More than a simple reflection of the British Museum's artist-book holdings, this is an important index of artists' responses to the issues and circumstances that have shaped the Arab world in recent times.' ArtReview A rare treata passionate and extremely well organized analysis of over 60 artists' books from the [British] Museum's collection.' The Markaz Review In the hands of artists and poets, books have been taking a radically different form since the advent of the artist's book in Paris in the early 20th century. Appearing in a variety of shapes and sizes, as one-offs or small print editions, books offer artists and poets a novel form of expression. In the words of Indian artist Nalini Malani (b. 1946), the book is a carrier of experience', in which whole worlds are encapsulated. In this beautifully produced book, works made by art
Table of ContentsForeword
Introduction: a convergence of traditions
Catalogue
1. Poetry
2. Histories of the present
3. Conflicted lives
Credits, Acknowledgements, Index
