Hopes and Fears for Art by William Morris (English) Paperback Book

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William Morris (1834-1896) was a British artist and writer. Morris wrote poetry, fiction and translated Icelandic. Morris was part of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, and was one of the founders of the British Arts and Crafts Movement. Morris believed that art should be hand made and affordable. He also felt that no one form of art was superior to any other. As an artist Morris worked with textiles in weaving, dyeing, carpet making, and wood block printing. His writing often reflected his socialist views. Hopes and Fears for Art is a collection of essays containing The lesser arts -- The art of the people -- The beauty of life -- Making the best of it -- The prospects of architecture in civilization.

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William Morris (1834-1896) was a British artist and writer. Morris wrote poetry, fiction and translated Icelandic. Morris was part of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, and was one of the founders of the British Arts and Crafts Movement. Morris believed that art should be hand made and affordable. He also felt that no one form of art was superior to any other. As an artist Morris worked with textiles in weaving, dyeing, carpet making, and wood block printing. His writing often reflected his socialist views. Hopes and Fears for Art is a collection of essays containing The lesser arts -- The art of the people -- The beauty of life -- Making the best of it -- The prospects of architecture in civilization.

Author Biography

William Morris (1834--1896) was a poet, novelist, and socialist, but he is best remembered today for his design work, which included fabrics, household objects, and books. Morris had a life-long interest in the Middle Ages.

Details ISBN1438525869 Author William Morris ISBN-10 1438525869 ISBN-13 9781438525860 Media Book Format Paperback Short Title HOPES & FEARS FOR ART Pages 134 Publisher Book Jungle Language English DEWEY 701.18 Publication Date 2009-10-08 Year 2009 Imprint Book Jungle Country of Publication United States Qualifications MD Illustrations Illustrations, black and white UK Release Date 2009-10-08 Audience General We've got this

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