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John Berger's Ways Of Seeing changed the way people think about painting and art criticism. This watershed work shows, through word and image, how what we see is always influenced by a whole host of assumptions concerning the nature of beauty, truth, civilization, form, taste, class and gender. Exploring the layers of meaning within oil paintings, photographs, and graphic art, Berger argues that when we see, we are not just looking - we are reading the language of images.
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Eye-opening critique of visual culture and interpretation.
Who is this book for?
If you love delving into how art shapes our perceptions, this book is a must-read. Berger masterfully unpacks the hidden messages behind images, making you see the art world in an entirely new light. It's not just about looking, but truly understanding what your eyes are telling you.
