Neftali Ricardo Reyes Basoalto or as he was better known, Pablo Neruda (1904-1973) was a Chilean poet and politician, who was awarded with the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1971. Neruda\’s most notable works include love poems defined by their strong eroticism, often explicitly expressed, such as Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair, […]
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Leo Tolstoy is widely considered, as one of the greatest authors in human history. Celebrated for novels, such as War & Peace, Anna Karenina, The Cossacks and others, Tolstoy was born in Russia, in 1828 and enjoyed success as a writer, from his twenties. The novelist\’s writings are considered classics, and throughout his pages and years of life, we found 11 quotes that highlight his wise mind and way of thinking. Additions are welcomed.
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Anna Randal for Art-Sheep Günter Grass, the Nobel prize winning novelist, playwright and poet, died today, April 13, in the German city of Lübeck. He was 87 years old. Amongst his many talents was writing, sculpting and illustrating. While one of his most famous works is his first novel, The Tin Drum (1959), amongst his
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Anna Randal for Art-Sheep Have you ever stumbled upon a book you used to read when you were a child and re-read with your adult eyes? Did you find any inappropriate language or images in it? If you did then maybe your book is on the list below. 1.“I need boys – for pleasure
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Introduction: The Enduring Influence of Frida Kahlo Frida Kahlo, a name synonymous with resilience and creativity, remains an enduring figure in the realm of art and culture. Early Life and Influences: Born Magdalena Carmen Frida Kahlo y Calderón in 1907 in Mexico City, Kahlo’s early life was marked by both physical challenges and artistic inclinations.
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Franz Kafka 3 July 1883 – 3 June 1924 Place of birth: Prague, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary Most important work: The Metamorphosis, 1915 Interesting facts: His favourite writer was French novelist Gustave Flaubert. According to biographers, Kafka\’s relationship with his father was more than complex. The writer found his father to be domineering and unsupportive of his
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The Bibliotecaphilia exhibition opening at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art(Mass MoCA) this week features filmmaker Clayton Cubitt’s provocative Hysterical Literature video series, which depicts women reading literature aloud and orgasming. The show, which integrates the work of six artists, examines the role of the library in the digital age, probing the relationship between the physicality of
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Ruben Steeman has been posting one drawing per day for seven years on his website. When he reached the unbelievable amount of 2,500 drawings he decided to put them all in a book. Despite several publishers telling it would be impossible to print and publish it he wasn\’t put off but remained focused and driven.
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Helen Keller 27 June 1880- 1 June 1968 Place of birth: Tuscumbia, Alabama, USA Best thing about her: She was the first both deaf and blind person to get a bachelor\’s degree in art. Most important book: The Story Of My Life Interesting fact: She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, one of the
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