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Famous Artists
Monet
Here is an account of the birth of impressionist painting, with reproductions of such famous Monet works as Haystacks at Giverny, Rouen Cathedral, Water Lilies, and many others.
- GenresArtNonfictionBiography
32 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 1995
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About the author
Antony Mason
142 books2 followersEighty books – seems a bit excessive, really, even to me. But this is the product of more than twenty years of writing. And I have to say that some authors in my field – illustrated non-fiction – have written twice, even three times, as many.
How did I get here? Well, I worked as an editor with a couple of small publishing companies in London for about ten years (1977–87), and then I turned freelance. Whenever any writing tasks were offered to me, I took them, and so gradually I made the conversion from editor to writer – although I still do both.
I think I always wanted to be a writer, penning short stories as a child. I also have an insatiable curiosity. This is how I’ve ended up in non-fiction, where my magpie instincts to investigate virtually any area of knowledge have served me well.
My primary skill – so I’m told – is to research a subject and then convert it into clear, accessible and engaging text for a general readership, or for children.
I also translate books from French, and write website content.
For a couple of years (2008–10) I was a tutor in writing at Goldsmiths, University of London, working as a Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund. Latterly I have been closely involved in the Intergenerational Foundation, which aims to remind government and policy-makers of the need to think for the long-term to ensure an honourable and sustainable legacy to future generations.
Since 2011 I have also been writing as the ‘Brussels expert’ for the Daily Telegraph and the Telegraph online travel website.
How did I get here? Well, I worked as an editor with a couple of small publishing companies in London for about ten years (1977–87), and then I turned freelance. Whenever any writing tasks were offered to me, I took them, and so gradually I made the conversion from editor to writer – although I still do both.
I think I always wanted to be a writer, penning short stories as a child. I also have an insatiable curiosity. This is how I’ve ended up in non-fiction, where my magpie instincts to investigate virtually any area of knowledge have served me well.
My primary skill – so I’m told – is to research a subject and then convert it into clear, accessible and engaging text for a general readership, or for children.
I also translate books from French, and write website content.
For a couple of years (2008–10) I was a tutor in writing at Goldsmiths, University of London, working as a Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund. Latterly I have been closely involved in the Intergenerational Foundation, which aims to remind government and policy-makers of the need to think for the long-term to ensure an honourable and sustainable legacy to future generations.
Since 2011 I have also been writing as the ‘Brussels expert’ for the Daily Telegraph and the Telegraph online travel website.
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May 16, 2016
A factual, yet breezy, account of Monet's life, work and place in the history of art. Numerous examples of Monet's work are accented by colorful highlights that complement the impressionist style. The text is a pleasure to read.
Parents should be aware that Monet lived with two women. Aside from the poverty of disinheritance, which he experienced anyway, it is hard to understand why he didn't marry Camille before (or even when) they started their family together. After Camille died, Monet's hesitance in marrying Alice in more clear. Although they and their children lived together for years, Alice was already married to his friend and former patron who had fled the country (to avoid creditors pursuing reimbursement from his bankruptcy). After her first husband's death, Alice and Monet were married. These matters are dealt with tactfully, with reference that Monet's conduct was "scandalous at the time."
An distinctive feature of this particular rendition of Monet's life are the art tip boxes. Each page contains a brief tutorial on a technique that Monet utilized in developing his style. Motivated students will want to attempt these simple projects, while students without a passion to create will still benefit from a better understanding of how drawings/ paintings are composed.
Recommended with the noted reservations.
Parents should be aware that Monet lived with two women. Aside from the poverty of disinheritance, which he experienced anyway, it is hard to understand why he didn't marry Camille before (or even when) they started their family together. After Camille died, Monet's hesitance in marrying Alice in more clear. Although they and their children lived together for years, Alice was already married to his friend and former patron who had fled the country (to avoid creditors pursuing reimbursement from his bankruptcy). After her first husband's death, Alice and Monet were married. These matters are dealt with tactfully, with reference that Monet's conduct was "scandalous at the time."
An distinctive feature of this particular rendition of Monet's life are the art tip boxes. Each page contains a brief tutorial on a technique that Monet utilized in developing his style. Motivated students will want to attempt these simple projects, while students without a passion to create will still benefit from a better understanding of how drawings/ paintings are composed.
Recommended with the noted reservations.
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