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Miroslav Sasek By Martin Salisbury

Miroslav Sasek by Martin Salisbury


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An introduction to Miroslav Sasek, the world-famous creator of the This Is... series of children's books.

Miroslav Sasek Summary

Miroslav Sasek by Martin Salisbury

Czech artist Miroslav Sasek (1916-1980) was remarkable for his unique and pioneering approach to non-fiction picture books, illustrating daily life as if seen from a child's perspective. His bestselling This Is... series eventually totalled eighteen books. A witty collection of travel guides for children, the books employ an avant-garde synthesis of word and image that captures the joyous idiosyncrasies of life and culture in cities and countries around the world.

With great insight, acclaimed author Martin Salisbury analyses Sasek's multifarious oeuvre, and how he became one of the twentieth century's most beloved and significant contributors to the world of picture books. The artist's charming travelogues continue to appeal to adults and children alike, even in a digital age exploding with travel imagery. In this beautifully designed book, illustrated with sketches and original artwork, and featuring examples spanning from Greece to Hong Kong, Rome to San Francisco, Ireland to Israel and more, Sasek's best-known works come alive alongside lesser-known aspects of his practice, such as painting and puppet-making.

With 119 illustrations

Miroslav Sasek Reviews

'For a large number of humans on earth, their first cultural encounter with the feeling of many cities or countries, came from the pens and brushes of Miroslav Sasek. Paintings and drawings that were part realism, part gestural, but entirely convincing and always charming' - Oliver Jeffers
'Overall, this sharply focused, beautifully designed book is as immersive, informative and fun for the adult reader as any of the 'This is...' titles remain for children' - V&A Magazine
'A fascinating overview from author [Martin Salisbury] and a hugely welcome addition to this important series' - @coloursmayvary

About Martin Salisbury

Martin Salisbury is Professor of Illustration at the Cambridge School of Art, where he leads the renowned MA Children's Book Illustration programme. He has previously chaired the international jury at the Bologna Children's Book Fair, and been a member of the jury at the Global Illustration Awards in China. His books include Children's Picturebooks: The Art of Visual Storytelling and The Illustrated Dust Jacket: 1920-1970.

Table of Contents

Introduction
1. Early childhood and education
2. The 1930s and wartime
3. Into exile
4. This is - the early days
5. A new family
6. A growing reputation
7. Success and acclaim
8. Changing times
9. Other projects
10. The later years

Additional information

NGR9780500023341
9780500023341
0500023344
Miroslav Sasek by Martin Salisbury
New
Hardback
Thames & Hudson Ltd
2021-09-30
112
N/A
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