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Symbolist Generation

Symbolist Generation

Pierre Mathieu

Less macro than Gibson's survey, Mathieu gives a brief overview of the Symbolist movement and then delves into examinations of artists and their work. Notable for representing some lesser...more »

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Kamikaze: A Japanese Pilot's Own Spectacular Story of the Famous Suicide Squadrons

Kamikaze

Yasuo Kuwahara, Gordon T. Allred

A biography that reads like an adventure story...perhaps too much so, as the historical accuracy is disputed. Still a fascinating portrayal of Japanese society and one shy man's whirlwind...more »

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Werkstoffe und Techniken der Malerei.

Werkstoffe und Techniken der Malerei.

Kurt Wehlte, Toni Meilhammer, Jurgen Pursche, Gebhard Schmidl, Armin Schessner, Hajo Duchting

Wehlte's technical manual on painting materials and techniques is a amalgamation of scientific jargon and pithy observations. But it's also incredibly thorough and his personal...more »

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Encounters With Great Painters

Encounters With Great Painters

Roger Therond

A more personal perspective on renowned artists with studio/working photographs and interviews. The diversity of artists is intriguing, as much as their working environments and...more »

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How To Start A Conversation And Make Friends

How To Start A Conversation And Make Friends

Don Gabor

I used to hate small talk and think it was unnecessary. Now I hate small talk and realize it's necessary!

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