Jane Alison schreibt über Themen der Identität und des Zugehörigkeitsgefühls in fremden Ländern. Ihre Werke erforschen, wie Individuen ständige Umzüge bewältigen und ihr Gefühl von Heimat und Verbundenheit formen. Alison zeichnet sich durch scharfen Einblick in die menschliche Psyche und eine Prosa aus, die sowohl zart als auch eindringlich ist. Ihre Romane sind oft poetisch und introspektiv und laden den Leser ein, tief über die Komplexität menschlicher Beziehungen und die Suche nach dem eigenen Platz in der Welt nachzudenken.
Der reich illustrierte Band zeigt 120 einzigartige Kleidungsstücke aus wichtigen öffentlichen und privaten Sammlungen. Die Auswahl reicht von historischen Kostümen über Haute-Couture bis hin zu Prêt-à-Porter, mit Exemplaren von wichtigen zeitgenössischen Modedesignern und Labels wie Chloé, Christian Dior, Pam Hogg, Charles James, Christian Lacroix, Lanvan, Moschino, Miucccia Prada, Elsa Schiaparelli, Philip Treacy, UNDERCOVER, Walter Van Beirendonck, Viktor & Rolf, Louis Vuitton und Vivienne Westwood.
As Jane Alison writes in the introduction to her insightful and appealing book about the craft of writing: "For centuries there's been one path through fiction we're most likely to travel-- one we're actually told to follow--and that's the dramatic arc: a situation arises, grows tense, reaches a peak, subsides . . . But something that swells and tautens until climax, then collapses? Bit masculosexual, no? So many other patterns run through nature, tracing other deep motions in life. Why not draw on them, too?" W. G. Sebald's Emigrants was the first novel to show Alison how forward momentum can be created by way of pattern, rather than the traditional arc-- or, in nature, wave. Other writers of nonlinear prose considered in her "museum of specimens" include Nicholson Baker, Anne Carson, Marguerite Duras, Gabriel García Márquez, Jamaica Kincaid, Clarice Lispector, Susan Minot, David Mitchell, Caryl Phillips, and Mary Robison. Meander, Spiral, Explode is a singular and brilliant elucidation of literary strategies that also brings high spirits and wit to its original conclusions. It is a liberating manifesto that says, Let's leave the outdated modes behind and, in thinking of new modes, bring feeling back to experimentation. It will appeal to serious readers and writers alike. -- Provided by publisher
Recognized as a Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2016, this work stands out for its compelling narrative and rich character development. It explores profound themes that resonate with readers, weaving together intricate plots that captivate and provoke thought. The author's unique voice and storytelling prowess shine through, making it a must-read for those seeking depth and insight in contemporary literature.
Set against the backdrop of Venice, New York, London, and New Orleans, the narrative weaves together the lives of several characters navigating love, loss, and longing. Oswaldo reflects on aging and his city, while Lach revels in newfound freedom after leaving Vera for Francesca. Max seeks Lucinde, who is drawn to support Vera's artistic pursuits. Anton's poignant farewell to his wife adds depth to the story. With humor and empathy, the author explores the intertwined fates of these individuals in their quest for connection amidst the beauty and complexity of their surroundings.
Exploring themes of colonialism and legacy, the narrative intertwines the lives of three characters connected by blood. Their journeys reveal the scars left by colonial histories, highlighting the complexities of identity and belonging in a world shaped by past injustices. The book offers a reflective and poignant examination of how personal and collective histories intertwine, reminiscent of W. G. Sebald's style.
"The Sisters Antipodes" is a unique window on the intimate devastations of family betrayal, in equal measure unsettling and engrossing. Two girls are thrown into a state of silent combat for the affections of their absent fathers--a contest that would prove tragic.
This publication offers a fresh perspective on Jean Cooke, exploring her artistic journey and deep ties to East Sussex. After more than a decade since the last release, it delves into her unique contributions to the art world and the influence of her surroundings on her work.
Striking photographs and archive drawings trace the history and the famous design features of the flats and the multi-arts centre, the largest in Europe. The book includes commentaries by Tom Dixon, Mike Leigh, Jonathan Meades, Eric Parry and Vivienne Westwood. This book celebrates the Barbican Estate, one of London's most important Modernist landmarks.
