Description
In a survey which ranges widely from the building of Henry VII's palaces to the proposed monument to Charles I by Wren, David Howarth examines aspects of the visual arts in the English Renaissance to consider what they meant for those who commissioned them and those at whom they were directed. A variety of artefacts are considered for what they can tell us of the values of the court in early modern England.
'The book is to be applauded on many levels: it is well written, often fascinating, and illuminating.' - Tatiana C. String, Reformation 'This volume is a welcome addition to the classroom for use by undergraduates and graduates, and provides food for thought for their teachers.' - Linda Levy Peck, George Washington University 'Throughout there are sharp observations, memorable descriptions of portraits, interesting insights, contentious suggestions, and plenty of apt illustrations.' - Kenneth Fincham, Parliamentary History 'Howarth's book provides an abundance of useful insights and information that makes it the best survey currently available.' - R. Malcolm Smuts, Albion 'An invaluable book...a powerful reading of paintings and sculpture as texts of power in early modern England.' - Professor Kevin Sharpe, University of Southampton
Reviews
'The book is to be applauded on many levels: it is well written, often fascinating, and illuminating.' - Tatiana C. String, Reformation 'This volume is a welcome addition to the classroom for use by undergraduates and graduates, and provides food for thought for their teachers.' - Linda Levy Peck, George Washington University 'Throughout there are sharp observations, memorable descriptions of portraits, interesting insights, contentious suggestions, and plenty of apt illustrations.' - Kenneth Fincham, Parliamentary History 'Howarth's book provides an abundance of useful insights and information that makes it the best survey currently available.' - R. Malcolm Smuts, Albion 'An invaluable book...a powerful reading of paintings and sculpture as texts of power in early modern England.' - Professor Kevin Sharpe, University of Southampton
Book Information
ISBN 9780333519141
Author David Howarth
Format Paperback
Page Count 344
Imprint Red Globe Press
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 522g
'The book is to be applauded on many levels: it is well written, often fascinating, and illuminating.' - Tatiana C. String, Reformation 'This volume is a welcome addition to the classroom for use by undergraduates and graduates, and provides food for thought for their teachers.' - Linda Levy Peck, George Washington University 'Throughout there are sharp observations, memorable descriptions of portraits, interesting insights, contentious suggestions, and plenty of apt illustrations.' - Kenneth Fincham, Parliamentary History 'Howarth's book provides an abundance of useful insights and information that makes it the best survey currently available.' - R. Malcolm Smuts, Albion 'An invaluable book...a powerful reading of paintings and sculpture as texts of power in early modern England.' - Professor Kevin Sharpe, University of Southampton
Reviews
'The book is to be applauded on many levels: it is well written, often fascinating, and illuminating.' - Tatiana C. String, Reformation 'This volume is a welcome addition to the classroom for use by undergraduates and graduates, and provides food for thought for their teachers.' - Linda Levy Peck, George Washington University 'Throughout there are sharp observations, memorable descriptions of portraits, interesting insights, contentious suggestions, and plenty of apt illustrations.' - Kenneth Fincham, Parliamentary History 'Howarth's book provides an abundance of useful insights and information that makes it the best survey currently available.' - R. Malcolm Smuts, Albion 'An invaluable book...a powerful reading of paintings and sculpture as texts of power in early modern England.' - Professor Kevin Sharpe, University of Southampton
Book Information
ISBN 9780333519141
Author David Howarth
Format Paperback
Page Count 344
Imprint Red Globe Press
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 522g
