Synopsis
In 1999, Canadian Painter Robert Genn started emailing personally addressed letters to some of his friends. One by one, in the viral nature that is the Internet, these letters were copied, shared and generally ped around. Gradually at first, Robert's list grew until tens of thousands now go out in nanoseconds from a state-of-the-art dedicated server to creatively-minded people in 115 countries. These totally letters trace Robert's artistic pursuits, his wide range of interests, the struggles of his profession, and his remarkable travels. They also inform, inspire, motivate and give tangible meaning to Robert's abiding faith in the Brotherhood and Sisterhood of Artists. Here, between these covers, is the collection so far, with all its lumps and bumps, high points and low. These letters have been opened with anticipation and joy. Here they are, all of them, for the first time in one place.
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The Twice-Weekly Letters
Published by
Studio Beckett Publications, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: Very Good. Robert Genn (illustrator). Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00099016251
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The Twice-Weekly Letters
Published by
Studio Beckett Publications, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
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Condition: Very Good. Robert Genn (illustrator). Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES. Seller Inventory # V08N-00023
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The Twice-Weekly Letters
Published by
Studio Beckett Publications, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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Seller: Three Hills Books, Three Hills, AB, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Robert Genn (illustrator). Light scuffing on jacket. Previous stores price sticker on inside of front jacket flap. Seller Inventory # 002556
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The Twice-Weekly Letters: July 10, 1999 to September 25, 2009
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Studio Beckett Publications, Vancouver, BC, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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First Edition
Seller: B-Line Books, Amherst, NS, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Robert Genn (illustrator). First Edition. Tight square clean book in red cloth; in bright glossy dust jacket. About new but for inscription to page facing copyright page, with signature that appears to be book related. ; 9.1 X 6.0 X 2.3 inches; 947 pages. Seller Inventory # 66625
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The Twice-Weekly Letters: July 10, 1999 to Sept 25, 2009
Published by
Studio Beckett Publications, Vancouver BC, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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First Edition
Seller: J. W. Mah, Burnaby, BC, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Robert Genn (illustrator). 1st. (CAD) Stated first printing. No markings, Fine in about Fine dust jacket with light scuff mark to rear panel. Red boards, xii, 947pp, ribbon marker . There is a lot of material in this bookand one has to search through it to find all the gems of commentary on art, painting and artists. The pages are organized in double columns. No illus. Genn is a west coast Canadian painter best known for his landscapes in the traditional style. A heavy book. (3.5 JM HOJ 301/2 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Seller Inventory # 06540
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The Twice-Weekly Letters
Published by
Studio Beckett Publications, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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Seller: Taos Books, Santa Fe, NM, U.S.A.
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hardcover. Condition: Like New. Robert Genn (illustrator). First Edition. Inscribed to a named person (first name only) with a brief note and then sign by Robert Genn on title page in dark blue ink, looks new possibly unread, with attached bookmark ribbon, tight clean unmarked with bright white pages, boards likewise new looking & undamaged, dust jacket NOT price-clipped, stated First Printing, gift quality, Fine/Near Fine. Signed. Seller Inventory # 38158
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The Twice-Weekly Letters July 10, 1999 to Sept 25, 2009
Published by
Studio Beckett Publications, Vancouver BC, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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Seller: Ainsworth Books ( IOBA), Chilliwack, BC, Canada
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Robert Genn (illustrator). First Edition; First Printing. Signed by Author; Only slight wear ; Inscribed by Robert Genn on title page, satin bookmark bound in, dustjacket in Mylar, unclipped. ; 9.1 X 6.0 X 2.3 inches; 947 pages; "In 1999, Canadian Painter Robert Genn started emailing personally addressed letters to some of his friends. One by one, in the viral nature that is the Internet, these letters were copied, shared and generally passed around. Gradually at first, Robert's list grew until tens of thousands now go out in nanoseconds from a state-of-the-art dedicated server to creatively-minded people in 115 countries. These totally free letters trace Robert's artistic pursuits, his wide range of interests, the struggles of his profession, and his remarkable travels. They also inform, inspire, motivate and give tangible meaning to Robert's abiding faith in the Brotherhood and Sisterhood of Artists. Here, between these covers, is the collection so far, with all its lumps and bumps, high points and low. These letters have been opened with anticipation and joy. Here they are, all of them, for the first time in one place." Unfortunately these letters are finished now. Robert Genn passed away in May 2014, his artistic genius passed away with him at age 78. Seller Inventory # 19134
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The Twice-Weekly Letters
Published by
Studio Beckett Publications, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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Seller: GoldBooks, Denver, CO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: new. Robert Genn (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 84L44_53_0978467310
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The Twice-Weekly Letters: July 10, 1999 to Sept 25, 2009 (Signed copy)
Published by
Studio Beckett Publications, Vancouver BC, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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Hardcover
First Edition
Signed
Seller: J. W. Mah, Burnaby, BC, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Robert Genn (illustrator). 1st. (CAD) Stated first printing. SIGNED BY AUTHOR to the title page, no other markings, Fine in Fine dust jacket. Red boards, xii, 947pp, ribbon marker . There is a lot of material in this bookand one has to search through it to find all the gems of commentary on art, painting and artists. The pages are organized in double columns. No illus. Genn is a west coast Canadian painter best known for his landscapes in the traditional style. (3.5 JM 0526 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Signed by Author. Seller Inventory # 06990
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The Twice-Weekly Letters: July 10, 1999 to Sept 25, 2009 (Signed)
Published by
Studio Beckett, Vancouver, 2010
ISBN 10: 0978467310
ISBN 13: 9780978467319
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First Edition
Signed
Seller: Purpora Books, Comox, BC, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hard Cover in Dust Jacket. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Robert Genn (illustrator). First Edition, First Printing. Large volume, 947 pages including a comprehensive index, ribbon marker. Robert Genn (1936-2014) is primarily known as a Canadian landscape painter; this volume contains his email letters regarding his artistic pursuits, his wide range of interests, the struggles of his profession, and his remarkable travels. Heavy and will require additional postage to overseas destinations. Signed by Author. Seller Inventory # 18744