Yale University Press London launches its Spring / Summer 2012 Seasonal Catalogue
Yale’s Spring / Summer seasonal catalogue is now available now to order and download. Today we take a quick look at some of the fantastic books available next year. It has been an exciting few months for Yale University Press books, with titles in our current Autumn / Winter 2011 season gaining media attention and … Read more
Patti Smith’s ‘Camera Solo’: New book showcases the Godmother of Punk’s photographic work
Patti Smith: Camera Solo is an exquisite new book that features a captivating selection of black and white photographs by songwriting icon Patti Smith, revealing intimate glimpses into her fascinating life. Today we take a look at this intriguing book, which should appeal to both followers of Patti Smith and photography fans. “Each photograph is … Read more
Author Article by Aileen Ribeiro: On Beauty
Facing Beauty: Painted Women and Cosmetic Art is a wide-ranging new art history book, out this month from Yale University Press. Spanning four centuries, Aileen Ribeiro‘s fascinating book illuminates shifting perceptions of female beauty through works of art and the evolution of cosmetics. Here the author talks us through the inspiration for her book, illustrating the various shifting … Read more
Books on contemporary artists: Ron Mueck
Ron Mueck by David Hurlston is the first-ever comprehensive look at internationally known artist Ron Mueck’s hyperrealist figurative sculpture. Here we take a look at the Australian artist’s ideas and methods. Those not familiar with Ron Mueck’s name will almost certainly be familiar with his work as a sculpture and model maker. Early in his … Read more
Art of the Sultan: Books on Islamic Art throughout the ages
In recent years Yale University Press has published an increasing number of books on Asian art, making a name for itself as the premier publisher of Islamic art throughout the ages. Today we look at an exciting and important new book being published next year, as well as three new titles that examine Islamic art … Read more
