Description
Author Deborah Solomon
Publisher Simon & Schuster; F First Edition (January 1, 1987)
Binding hardcover with dust jacket
Condition Very good plus, the cover is protected by brodart but there is slight tear otherwise the book is in great condition.
Summary
"Jackson Pollock: A Biography" by Deborah Solomon delves into the life of the iconic American painter Jackson Pollock, tracing his journey from his troubled childhood to becoming a central figure in the abstract expressionist movement. The book explores his struggles with alcoholism, his tumultuous marriage to fellow artist Lee Krasner, and his groundbreaking yet controversial drip painting technique. Through comprehensive research and analysis, Solomon offers a profound understanding of Pollock's complex personality and the psychological forces that shaped his art, portraying him as both a tortured genius and a pivotal figure in 20th-century American art.