Description
Discover the transformative insights of John Berger's acclaimed book, Ways of Seeing. Originally based on a BBC television series, this pivotal work delves into the relationship between vision and interpretation, challenging traditional perceptions of art. As part of the Penguin Modern Classics collection, it explores how our understanding of art is shaped by cultural contexts and historical narratives. This extraordinary examination encourages readers to engage critically with visual culture, making it an essential read for art lovers and scholars alike. With 176 pages of thought-provoking content, Berger's writings expand the boundaries of artistic appreciation. Whether you're looking to deepen your knowledge of art theory or simply wish to indulge in profound reflections on visual aesthetics, Ways of Seeing offers an enlightening experience. Ideal for students, educators, or anyone passionate about the arts, this book is a must-have in your collection. Grab your BRAND NEW paperback edition published by Penguin UK and embark on a journey that will forever change the way you perceive art. Perfect for those who enjoyed Susan Sontag's On Photography, this book complements a wider reading list while enriching your understanding of visual narratives. Don’t miss out on this eye-opening exploration of how seeing precedes understanding in our appreciation of art.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141035796
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2009
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 176
Description:
Based on the BBC television series, John Berger's Ways of Seeing is a unique look at the way we view art, published as part of the Penguin on Design series in Penguin Modern Classics.
'Seeing comes before words. The child looks and recognizes before it can speak.'
'But there is also another sense in which seeing comes before words. It is seeing which establishes our place in the surrounding world; we explain that world with words, but word can never undo the fact that we are surrounded by it. The relation between what we see and what we know is never settled.'
John Berger's Ways of Seeing is one of the most stimulating and influential books on art in any language. First published in 1972, it was based on the BBC television series about which the Sunday Times critic commented- 'This is an eye-opener in more ways than one- by concentrating on how we look at paintings . . . he will almost certainly change the way you look at pictures.' By now he has.
If you enjoyed Ways of Seeing, you might like Susan Sontag's On Photography, also available in Penguin Modern Classics.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141035796
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2009
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 176
Description:
Based on the BBC television series, John Berger's Ways of Seeing is a unique look at the way we view art, published as part of the Penguin on Design series in Penguin Modern Classics.
'Seeing comes before words. The child looks and recognizes before it can speak.'
'But there is also another sense in which seeing comes before words. It is seeing which establishes our place in the surrounding world; we explain that world with words, but word can never undo the fact that we are surrounded by it. The relation between what we see and what we know is never settled.'
John Berger's Ways of Seeing is one of the most stimulating and influential books on art in any language. First published in 1972, it was based on the BBC television series about which the Sunday Times critic commented- 'This is an eye-opener in more ways than one- by concentrating on how we look at paintings . . . he will almost certainly change the way you look at pictures.' By now he has.
If you enjoyed Ways of Seeing, you might like Susan Sontag's On Photography, also available in Penguin Modern Classics.