Devotion [Limited Edition]
Patti Smith(Author)
Yale University Press
Book
Hardback
112 pages
978-0-300-23068-0 (ISBN)
Description
A work of creative brilliance may seem like magic-its source a mystery, its impact unexpectedly stirring. How does an author, an artist, or a songwriter accomplish such an achievement, connecting deeply with an audience never met? In this ground-breaking book, one of our culture's most beloved artists offers a detailed account of her own process of creativity, from first inspiration through final polishing.
Patti Smith first presents an original and beautifully-crafted tale of obsession. What follows is the author's practical and personal investigation of the nature of creative invention. Smith explores the roots and sources of her fable, the place of vision and inspiration in her work, the process of teasing out details and pacing the tale, and finally the mechanics of finishing touches. With a warm generosity of spirit and deep insight into the alchemy of art and craft, the author has created a rare work of inspiration for artists in any medium, at any level of accomplishment.
Patti Smith first presents an original and beautifully-crafted tale of obsession. What follows is the author's practical and personal investigation of the nature of creative invention. Smith explores the roots and sources of her fable, the place of vision and inspiration in her work, the process of teasing out details and pacing the tale, and finally the mechanics of finishing touches. With a warm generosity of spirit and deep insight into the alchemy of art and craft, the author has created a rare work of inspiration for artists in any medium, at any level of accomplishment.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Illustrations
7 b-w illus.
Dimensions
Height: 178 mm
Width: 121 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-300-23068-0 (9780300230680)
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Person
Patti Smith is a writer, performer, and visual artist. Her memoir Just Kids received a National Book Award, and her recent book M Train is a critically acclaimed New York Times bestseller. She is an inductee in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and her seminal album Horses has been hailed as one of the top 100 albums of all time. She lives in Rockaway Beach, NY.