Jeanette Winterson’s Art Objects: Essays on Ecstasy and Effrontery is a compelling collection that celebrates the power of art to awaken the senses and challenge societal norms. With her signature wit and insightful prose, Winterson explores the moments of ecstasy that art can provoke, alongside the bold defiance that often accompanies creative expression. Through personal anecdotes and keen observations, she invites readers to reconsider the relationship between artist, artwork, and audience, emphasizing the transformative potential of engaging deeply with art objects. This collection is both an homage to artistic bravery and an invitation to embrace the emotional and intellectual risks art demands.
Jeanette Winterson’s Art Objects: Essays on Ecstasy and Effrontery is a compelling collection that celebrates the power of art to awaken the senses and challenge societal norms. With her signature wit and insightful prose, Winterson explores the moments of ecstasy that art can provoke, alongside the bold defiance that often accompanies creative expression. Through personal anecdotes and keen observations, she invites readers to reconsider the relationship between artist, artwork, and audience, emphasizing the transformative potential of engaging deeply with art objects. This collection is both an homage to artistic bravery and an invitation to embrace the emotional and intellectual risks art demands.
Jonathan Cape, London, 1995 first edition. Name inscribed inside & spine has sun marking, there is some shelf wear to dustjacket but overall copy is in very good condition
