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Explore the haunting beauty of post-conflict creativity with "Ghost-Haunted Land." This compelling book delves into the realm of contemporary art in Northern Ireland, examining how artists have creatively responded to the ongoing legacies of the Troubles. Authored by Declan Long, this groundbreaking work is the first of its kind to provide a comprehensive analysis of the vibrant transformations in visual arts since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement in 1998. Dive into the intricate narratives presented through various mediums including video, photography, painting, and sculpture. Long investigates art from renowned creatives such as 2014 Turner Prize winner Duncan Campbell and the globally recognized filmmaker Willie Doherty, showcasing their contributions amid the backdrop of societal change. Discover how these artists confront the echoes of a troubled past while shaping a hopeful, renewed identity for Northern Irish culture. "Ghost-Haunted Land" is essential for art enthusiasts, historians, and anyone intrigued by the role of visual storytelling in our modern world. Grab your copy now and gain an insightful perspective on the intersection of art and history. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781526146243. Year: 2020. Publisher: Manchester University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781526146243
Year: 2020
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
Since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement in 1998 - the formal end-point of the thirty-year modern 'Troubles' - contemporary visual artists have offered diverse responses to post-conflict circumstances in Northern Ireland. In Ghost-Haunted Land - the first book-length examination of post-Troubles contemporary art - Declan Long highlights artists who have reflected on the ongoing anxieties of aftermath.
This wide-ranging study addresses developments in video, photography, painting, sculpture, performance and more, offering detailed analyses of key works by artists based in Ireland and beyond - including 2014 Turner Prize winner Duncan Campbell and internationally acclaimed filmmaker and photographer Willie Doherty. 'Post-Troubles' contemporary art is discussed in the context of both local transformations and global operations - and many of the main points of reference in the book come from broader debates about the place and purpose of contemporary art in today's world. -- .
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781526146243
Year: 2020
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
Since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement in 1998 - the formal end-point of the thirty-year modern 'Troubles' - contemporary visual artists have offered diverse responses to post-conflict circumstances in Northern Ireland. In Ghost-Haunted Land - the first book-length examination of post-Troubles contemporary art - Declan Long highlights artists who have reflected on the ongoing anxieties of aftermath.
This wide-ranging study addresses developments in video, photography, painting, sculpture, performance and more, offering detailed analyses of key works by artists based in Ireland and beyond - including 2014 Turner Prize winner Duncan Campbell and internationally acclaimed filmmaker and photographer Willie Doherty. 'Post-Troubles' contemporary art is discussed in the context of both local transformations and global operations - and many of the main points of reference in the book come from broader debates about the place and purpose of contemporary art in today's world. -- .