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Condition: Fair. Whistler's Gentle Art, a classic in the literature of insult and denigration, might well be subtitled The Autobiography of a Hater, for it contains the deadly sarcasm and stinging remarks of one of the wittiest men of the nineteenth century. Whistler not only refused to tolerate misunderstanding by critics and the so-called art-loving public--but launched vicious counterattacks as well. His celebrated passages-at-arms with Oscar Wilde and Swinburne, the terse and penetrating letters to the editor, his rebuttals to attacks from critics, and biting marginal notes to contemptuous comments on his paintings and hostile reviews (which are also reprinted) are all part of this record of the artist's vendettas.Whistler's most famous battle began when critic John Ruskin saw one of the artist's Nocturnes exhibited in Grosvenor Gallery. I have seen, and heard, wrote Ruskin, much of cockney impudence before now; but never expected to hear a coxcomb ask two hundred guineas for flinging a pot of paint in the public's face. Whistler was incensed with this criticism, and initiated the famous libel case Whistler vs. Ruskin. Extracts from the resultant trial record are among the highlights of this book, with Whistler brilliantly annihilating his Philistine critics, but winning only a farthing in damages.The Gentle Art, designed by Whistler himself, is a highly entertaining account of personal revenges, but it is also an iconoclast's plea for a new and better attitude toward painting. As a historical document, it is the best statement of the new aesthetics versus the old guard academics, and it helped greatly in shaping the modern feeling toward art. Unabridged, unaltered republication of the second (1892) edition.…

Condition: Fair. Whistler's Gentle Art, a classic in the literature of insult and denigration, might well be subtitled The Autobiography of a Hater, for it contains the deadly sarcasm and stinging remarks of one of the wittiest men of the nineteenth century. Whistler not only refused to tolerate misunderstanding by critics and the so-called art-loving public--but launched vicious counterattacks as well. His celebrated passages-at-arms with Oscar Wilde and Swinburne, the terse and penetrating letters to the editor, his rebuttals to attacks from critics, and biting marginal notes to contemptuous comments on his paintings and hostile reviews (which are also reprinted) are all part of this record of the artist's vendettas.Whistler's most famous battle began when critic John Ruskin saw one of the artist's Nocturnes exhibited in Grosvenor Gallery. I have seen, and heard, wrote Ruskin, much of cockney impudence before now; but never expected to hear a coxcomb ask two hundred guineas for flinging a pot of paint in the public's face. Whistler was incensed with this criticism, and initiated the famous libel case Whistler vs. Ruskin. Extracts from the resultant trial record are among the highlights of this book, with Whistler brilliantly annihilating his Philistine critics, but winning only a farthing in damages.The Gentle Art, designed by Whistler himself, is a highly entertaining account of personal revenges, but it is also an iconoclast's plea for a new and better attitude toward painting. As a historical document, it is the best statement of the new aesthetics versus the old guard academics, and it helped greatly in shaping the modern feeling toward art. Unabridged, unaltered republication of the second (1892) edition.…

Hardback. Condition: Good.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Condition: Acceptable. Item in acceptable condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Color, B/w Illustrations (illustrator).

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority. Color, B/w Illustrations (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First published in 1893, this fascinating collection of writings reveal Whistler's thoughts on the late 19th-century Aesthetic movement, of which he was the presiding genius. It includes both his own pieces on critical theory and the responses of others, such as Oscar Wilde and Swinburne, to them, in a sophisticated game of literary one-upmanship. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Whistler's Gentle Art, a classic in the literature of insult and denigration, might well be subtitled "The Autobiography of a Hater," for it contains the deadly sarcasm and stinging remarks of one of the wittiest men of the nineteenth century. Whistler not only refused to tolerate misunderstanding by critics and the so-called art-loving public — but launched vicious counterattacks as well. His celebrated passages-at-arms with Oscar Wilde and Swinburne, the terse and penetrating "letters to the editor," his rebuttals to attacks from critics, and biting marginal notes to contemptuous comments on his paintings and hostile reviews (which are also reprinted) are all part of this record of the artist's vendettas. Trade edition. This is a used book. Pages are clean and bright with no markings, notes, or highlighting. Covers show only minor shelf wear and are not creased. No owner's marks or bookplates, not ex-library. Binding is tight and square. Corners very slightly bumped. An excellent reading copy.…

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

paperback. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.…

Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:9780486218755.

Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:0486218759.

Hardback. Condition: Good. First published in 1893, this fascinating collection of writings reveal Whistler's thoughts on the late 19th-century Aesthetic movement, of which he was the presiding genius. It includes both his own pieces on critical theory and the responses of others, such as Oscar Wilde and Swinburne, to them, in a sophisticated game of literary one-upmanship.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. xxii, 340 pages, illustrations; 19 cm. Tight, clean copy. Light edgewear to wraps, age toning. *** "Unabridged and unaltered republication [with new introd.] of the second, enlarged edition published . . . in 1892." Size: 12mo.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Cloth, 378 pages, illustrations (some colour); 33 cm. Near fine. Firm binding, clean inside copy. Top edge & front endpapers lightly soiled. Dust jacket with light edgewear. OVERSIZE! Additional shipping charges may be requested for international & priority orders. A massive coffee-table book. Richly illustrated with colour plates. Size: Folio.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 1st. 319 pages, illustrations (some colour); 31 cm. Published on the occasion of the exhibition "James McNeill Whistler," Freer Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., May 11, 1984 to November 5, 1984. Firm binding, clean inside copy. Light edgewear to wraps, age toning. Another copy available. OVERSIZE! Additional shipping charges may be requested for international & priority orders. Richly illustrated with colour plates. Size: 4to. …

paperback. Condition: Good. Second Edition reprint. . Posted within 1 working day. Royal Mail Tracked 24 to UK. Tracked Airmail worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging. Picture is the actual item.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 70 pages. 7.30x5.50x0.30 inches. In Stock.

Softcover. Reprint. Very Good with no dust jacket; Edges worn and curled. Creases in cover ; Trade PB; 340 pages.

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