Bloomsbury South: The Arts in Christchurch 1933 - 1953
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| Management number | 231865130 | Release Date | 2026/06/18 | List Price | US$11.03 | Model Number | 231865130 | ||
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A vibrant portrait of New Zealand's art scene in mid-century Christchurch.Explore the interconnected lives and legacies of artists, writers, and musicians who shaped Christchurch's cultural identity from 1933 to 1953. Peter Simpson delves into the fertile period when figures like Rita Angus, Colin McCahon, Ngaio Marsh, and Douglas Lilburn forged a unique blend of European modernism and New Zealand nationalism.Discover the untold stories behind the Caxton Press, the Little Theatre, and the influential journal Landfall, revealing how these institutions fostered a thriving artistic community. This book is for readers interested in:New Zealand art and literary historyRegional cultural studiesBiographies of influential artists and writers Uncover a fascinating chapter in New Zealand's past, where the arts flourished against a backdrop of war and social change. Read more
| ASIN | B01H2EN4JA |
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| XRay | Not Enabled |
| ISBN13 | 978-1775588542 |
| Language | English |
| File size | 122.4 MB |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
| Publisher | Auckland University Press |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Print length | 357 pages |
| Accessibility | Learn more |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Publication date | July 20, 2016 |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
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