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Great Artists of the World: JMW Turner Alix Wood

Great Artists of the World: JMW Turner By Alix Wood

Great Artists of the World: JMW Turner by Alix Wood


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Summary

Introduces young readers to some of the great artists of the world.

Great Artists of the World: JMW Turner Summary

Great Artists of the World: JMW Turner by Alix Wood

Did you know Turner entered the Royal Academy of Art at the young age of 15? Or that he was so fascinated with painting the weather that he asked to be tied up to the mast of a ship during a storm! In this book, readers will be inspired by Turner's art and facts about his life.

Great Artists series introduces young readers to some of the world's great artists. The books feature easy-to-read text and some of the most famous examples of each artist's work, as well as photographs of places and people of importance.

About Alix Wood

Alix Wood has written books for children on many different subjects, and has written several titles on art and on artists. She is an artist and illustrator herself and loves painting and drawing. She also enjoys playing with her pet chickens, travelling and walking in the countryside.

Table of Contents

  • Section 1: Who Was Turner?
  • Section 1: Learning His Trade
  • Section 1: Prints Make Money
  • Section 1: Becoming Successful
  • Section 1: A Divided Year
  • Section 1: Painting the Weather
  • Section 1: The Fighting Temeraire
  • Section 1: Painting Trains
  • Section 1: Painter of Light
  • Section 1: Turner and Venice
  • Section 1: Sunsets and Disasters
  • Section 1: A Matter of Taste
  • Section 1: The Royal Academy Legacy
  • Section 1: Glossary
  • Section 1: Websites
  • Section 1: Read More/Index

Additional information

GOR009367033
9781445144191
1445144190
Great Artists of the World: JMW Turner by Alix Wood
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Hachette Children's Group
20151112
32
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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