An empathetic approach to art
The book “Small Stories of Great Artists” by Laurence Anholt offers an unusual approach to the life stories of famous artists. The artists are described from the perspective of children who knew them themselves. This makes the often unapproachable geniuses more human and, above all, more accessible to young readers. Through everyday experiences with people like Vincent van Gogh, Frida Kahlo or Claude Monet, their art can be experienced in a playful and personal way, as it is reflected not only in their works but also in their everyday lives. Anholt’s empathetic narrative style makes it possible to identify with the artists portrayed and to develop an emotional relationship with their art.
Well-founded stories with a child-friendly approach
Each story is based on careful historical research,
which gives the book a high degree of authenticity. Anholt himself visited the places where the artists lived and spoke to their descendants in order to portray them as realistically as possible. Many historical details are included in the child-friendly stories, but they never come across as preachy. Instead, the stories are exciting, comprehensible and at the same time convey important values such as creativity, courage and perseverance. Children who read the stories thus receive a special “ticket” to the great world of art.
Illustrated variety and interactive elements
In addition to the stories and the author’s own watercolour illustrations, the book contains numerous high-quality reproductions of famous works of art that play a central role in the stories of the artworks. They turn the book into a visual journey of discovery that not only appeals to the eye, but also challenges the mind. In addition, interactive questions and tasks encourage children to delve deeper into the world of artists, reflect on what they have read and think about art. The successful combination of text, images and interactivity appeals to children on several levels and at the same time invites them to participate creatively.
Bridge between the generations
The book “Small Stories of Great Artists” is aimed not only at children, but also at adults who want to pass on their love of art to the next generation. Laurence Anholt’s work offers an unusual opportunity to experience art in an informative and entertaining way. Many readers who grow up with these stories will later pass them on to their own children. The author has succeeded in building a lasting bridge between the generations with his sensitive and affectionate narrative style, which takes into account both the art and the human aspects of the artists.
Data
| Original title | Small Stories of Great Artists |
| Editor | Laurence Anholt |
| Publisher | Taschen Verlag |
| Cover | Hardcover |
| Pages | 336 Seiten, mit zahlreichen Abbildungen |
| Language | English |
| Dimensions | 20.5 x 25.6 cm |
| ISBN | 978-3-8365-9356-4 |
| Price | 30 € |
Further information
Further information on the book “Small Stories of Great Artists” (advertising) can be found on the Taschen Verlag website.
Compliance
The book was kindly made available to us by the publisher. The presentation and rating of HYPERMADE remains independent of this and is based solely on the content of the book.
