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The World According to Colour: A Cultural History
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Cultural Insights
Explores how colors shape cultural identities, beliefs, and histories across the globe, making it an essential read for those passionate about art, design, and cultural studies.
Historical Context
Presents a compelling narrative that interweaves history and color, providing readers with rich insights into the societal impacts of color throughout various eras and civilizations.
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Packed with vibrant illustrations, this book brings the subject to life, captivating readers and enhancing their understanding of color's emotional and psychological significance.
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- 'Extraordinary. An intellectual feast as well as a visual one'Edmund de Waal, author of The Hare with Amber EyesThe world comes to us in colour. But colour lives as much in our imaginations as it does in our surroundings, as this scintillating book reveals. Each chapter immerses the reader in a single colour, drawing together stories from the histories of art and humanity to illuminate the meanings it has been given over the eras and around the globe. Showing how artists, scientists, writers, philosophers, explorers and inventors have both shaped and been shaped by these wonderfully myriad meanings, James Fox reveals how, through colour, we can better understand their cultures, as well as our own. Each colour offers a fresh perspective on a different epoch, and together they form a vivid, exhilarating history of the world. 'We have projected our hopes, anxieties and obsessions onto colour for thousands of years,' Fox writes. 'The history of colour, therefore, is also a history of humanity.'
| Publisher | Penguin |
| Publication date | 6 April 2023 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0141976659 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0141976655 |
| Item weight | 286 g |
| Dimensions | 12.7 x 1.9 x 19.6 cm |
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Art Enthusiasts
Individuals passionate about art history who seek to understand the influence of color in cultural expressions.
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Students of History
Students studying art, design, or cultural history will find valuable insights and references in this book.
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Design Professionals
Graphic and interior designers looking for inspiration on color usage and its psychological effects in various cultures.
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General readers looking for light reading may find the content too academic or specialized for their interests.
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The World According To Colour A Cultural History is a captivating exploration of how cultural perceptions of color shape our understanding and experiences. Published by Penguin, this beautifully written volume offers 320 pages packed with insights, intriguing anecdotes, and a joyful celebration of color in art and science. Readers have praised its engaging narrative, which connects histories across various themes, making it an enriching read for anyone interested in color, including professionals like hairdressers and artists. Although some found sections discussing race and prejudice a bit contentious, the general consensus is that this book is a must-read for color enthusiasts, eagerly anticipating potential follow-ups.
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- Engaging narrative about color's cultural significance
- Rich in historical anecdotes and insights
- Beautiful writing style captures readers
- Excellent for professionals in creative fields
- Offers a fresh perspective on color perception
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- Certain topics may evoke different interpretations or discomfort
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- Explore the cultural significance of colours throughout history.
- Immersive chapters focused on individual colours enrich understanding.
- Uncover stories from artists, scientists, and philosophers.
- Gain fresh perspectives on different epochs through colour.
- Discover how colour reflects our hopes and obsessions.
- Experience an intellectual and visual feast with this unique book.
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