Download or read book Paint My Name in Black and Gold written by Mark Andrews and published by Unbound Publishing. This book was released on 2021-11-11 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leeds, 1980. Amid the violence and decay, the city was home to an extraordinarily vibrant post-punk scene. Out of that swamp crawled the Sisters of Mercy. Over the next five years, they would rise from local heroes to leading alternative band, before blowing apart on the verge of major rock stardom. Their path was strewn with brilliant singles, astonishing EPs, exceptional album tracks and legendary live shows. Two classic line-ups were created and destroyed: Andrew Eldritch on vocals, Craig Adams on bass, Gary Marx and Ben Gunn – later replaced by Wayne Hussey – on guitars, and a drum machine called Doktor Avalanche. Hussey and Adams styled themselves as the Evil Children and played hard both on and off the stage; neither Gunn nor Marx were natural rock 'n' roll animals, but the latter performed with such abandon that it was hard to believe he also wrote the Sisters' most delicate and beautiful music. Eldritch was the most peculiar and compelling of them all, a singular and mesmerising amalgam of T. S. Eliot and David Bowie who staked a powerful claim to be the greatest rock star of his generation. Drawing on dozens of interviews with band members and key figures in the Sisters' journey, Paint My Name in Black and Gold is the most complete account yet of how – against the odds and all reasonable expectation – these young men came to make transcendent and life-changing music.
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Download or read book Wrong Is Not My Name written by Erica N. Cardwell and published by Feminist Press at CUNY. This book was released on 2024-03-12 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A dazzling hybrid of personal memoir and criticism, considering the work of Black visual artists as a means to explore loss, legacy, and the reclamation of life through art. At the age of twenty-one, Erica Cardwell finds herself in New York City, reeling from the loss of her mother and numb to the world around her. She turns inward instead, reading books and composing poetry, eventually falling into the work of artists such as Blondell Cummings, Lorna Simpson, Lorraine O’Grady, and Kara Walker. Through them, she communes with her mother’s spirit and legacy, and finds new ways to interrogate her writing and identity. Wrong Is Not My Name weaves together autobiography, criticism, and theory, and considers how Black women create alternative, queer, and “hysterical” lives through visual culture and performance. In poetic, interdisciplinary essays—combining analytical and lyrical stream-of-consciousness—Cardwell examines archetypes such as the lascivious Jezebel, the caretaking Mammy, and the elusive Sapphire to formulate new and inventive ways to write about art. Pioneering and inquisitive, Wrong Is Not My Name celebrates Black womanhood, and illuminates the ways in which art and storytelling reside at the core of being human.
Download or read book Blood Water Paint written by Joy McCullough and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-03-06 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Haunting ... teems with raw emotion, and McCullough deftly captures the experience of learning to behave in a male-driven society and then breaking outside of it."—The New Yorker "I will be haunted and empowered by Artemisia Gentileschi's story for the rest of my life."—Amanda Lovelace, bestselling author of the princess saves herself in this one A William C. Morris Debut Award Finalist 2018 National Book Award Longlist Her mother died when she was twelve, and suddenly Artemisia Gentileschi had a stark choice: a life as a nun in a convent or a life grinding pigment for her father's paint. She chose paint. By the time she was seventeen, Artemisia did more than grind pigment. She was one of Rome's most talented painters, even if no one knew her name. But Rome in 1610 was a city where men took what they wanted from women, and in the aftermath of rape Artemisia faced another terrible choice: a life of silence or a life of truth, no matter the cost. He will not consume my every thought. I am a painter. I will paint. Joy McCullough's bold novel in verse is a portrait of an artist as a young woman, filled with the soaring highs of creative inspiration and the devastating setbacks of a system built to break her. McCullough weaves Artemisia's heartbreaking story with the stories of the ancient heroines, Susanna and Judith, who become not only the subjects of two of Artemisia's most famous paintings but sources of strength as she battles to paint a woman's timeless truth in the face of unspeakable and all-too-familiar violence. I will show you what a woman can do. ★"A captivating and impressive."—Booklist, starred review ★"Belongs on every YA shelf."—SLJ, starred review ★"Haunting."—Publishers Weekly, starred review ★"Luminous."—Shelf Awareness, starred review
Download or read book My Name Is Red written by Orhan Pamuk and published by Faber & Faber. This book was released on 2011-08-05 with total page 537 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ** ORDER NIGHTS OF PLAGUE, THE NEW NOVEL FROM ORHAN PAMUK ** Winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature Winner of the International IMPAC Dublin Award 'Wonderful' The Spectator 'Magnificent' Observer 'Sumptuous' New Yorker 'Unforgettable' Guardian My Name is Red is an unforgettable murder mystery, set amid the splendour of sixteenth century Istanbul, from the Nobel prizewinning author In the late 1590s, the Sultan secretly commissions a great book: a celebration of his life and his empire, to be illuminated by the best artists of the day - in the European manner. At a time of violent fundamentalism, however, this is a dangerous proposition. Even the illustrious circle of artists are not allowed to know for whom they are working. But when one of the miniaturists is murdered, their Master has to seek outside help. Did the dead painter fall victim to professional rivalry, romantic jealousy or religious terror? With the Sultan demanding an answer within three days, perhaps the clue lies somewhere in the half-finished pictures . . . Orhan Pamuk is one of the world's leading contemporary novelists and in My Name is Red, he fashioned an unforgettable tale of suspense, and an artful meditation on love and deception.
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Download or read book Cornero s Gold written by Larry O'Brien and published by Greenleaf Book Group. This book was released on 2023-09-12 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chasing more than treasure Travel back to the sun-soaked streets of 1970s California in this lighthearted, slice-of-life detective novel. Thirty-five years have passed since the SS Rex, a popular gambling destination for the citizens of LA, owned by the equally popular Tony Cornero, was robbed for a million dollars, a treasure that was then lost in the Santa Monica Bay. When part-time private investigator Kit O’Banion is called in on a new case for his detective father, what should have been a simple money drop leads to murder, blackmail, loan sharks, and a treasure hunt. As Kit unravels a mystery that hits surprisingly close to home, he rekindles a long-awaited romance with the lovely Jacquie, his childhood friend and novice investigator. As the two fall effortlessly in love, they spend their time surfing, sailing, and hosting big family gatherings. That is, when they’re not uncovering clues, chasing down leads, and navigating treacherous dealings with the Mafia. Full of intrigue, humor, and heartwarming moments, Cornero’s Gold will take you on a nostalgic trip that keeps you guessing at every new discovery—the perfect page-turner for fans of Psych and Magnum P.I.
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Download or read book We Flew over the Bridge written by Faith Ringgold and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 2020-10-22 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In We Flew over the Bridge, one of the country’s preeminent African American artists—and award-winning children’s book authors—shares the fascinating story of her life. Faith Ringgold’s artworks—startling “story quilts,” politically charged paintings, and more—hang in the Studio Museum in Harlem, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and other major museums around the world, as well as in the private collections of Maya Angelou, Bill Cosby, and Oprah Winfrey. Her children’s books, including the Caldecott Honor Book Tar Beach, have sold hundreds of thousands of copies. But Ringgold’s path to success has not been easy. In this gorgeously illustrated memoir, she looks back and shares the story of her struggles, growth, and triumphs. Ringgold recollects how she had to surmount a wall of prejudices as she worked to refine her artistic vision and raise a family. At the same time, the story she tells is one of warm family memories and sustaining friendships, community involvement, and hope for the future.
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Download or read book Dirty Girls on Top written by Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2008-07-08 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rich with sex, fun, and friendship, "Dirty Girls on Top" returns to the winning territory of Valdes-Rodriguez's first and most popular novel, "The Dirty Girls Social Club."
Download or read book The Glory of Clementina Wing written by William John Locke and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Glory of Clementina Wing by William John Locke: A heartwarming novel that follows the life of Clementina Wing, an endearing and resilient protagonist. William John Locke's narrative explores Clementina's journey as she faces challenges and experiences joys in her pursuit of a fulfilling life. This novel celebrates the triumph of the human spirit and the pursuit of happiness in the face of adversity. Key Aspects of the Book "The Glory of Clementina Wing": Character Development: Locke's novel provides a rich and layered portrayal of Clementina Wing, capturing the essence of her personality and her growth throughout the story. Themes of Resilience: The book delves into the theme of resilience, as Clementina navigates life's ups and downs with determination and grace. Exploration of Human Relationships: "The Glory of Clementina Wing" also explores the complexities of human relationships and the impact of friendship and love on one's life. William John Locke was an English author and playwright born in 1863. His works often focused on themes of romance, human relationships, and personal growth. The Glory of Clementina Wing exemplifies Locke's talent for creating endearing characters and heartwarming narratives that resonate with readers of all ages.
Download or read book Illustrated American Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Chambers s Journal written by William Chambers and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-11-22 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1856.
