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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Patti Smith reveals eight decades of pain and art in her most confessional book

Patti Smith's new book "Pão dos Anjos" chronicles her extraordinary life over nearly 80 years, touching on themes of memory, imagination, and resilience amidst personal hardships.

Feb 28 • 02:11 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Invitation for visitors of the Vilnius Book Fair to experience a small giants' world

The Vilnius Book Fair features a colorful installation with oversized human body and facial details, offering visitors a unique experience of feeling small in a much larger world.

Feb 27 • 07:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Hugo Wolf, the great revolutionary of 'lied', finally finds his reference book in Spanish

Acantilado has published a comprehensive monograph by Richard Stokes on Hugo Wolf, the Austrian composer known for revolutionizing German art song, featuring a prologue by tenor Ian Bostridge.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Gallery: The embroiderers of the history of Estonia's book made the last stitches

Eight embroiderers completed the final stitches of a tapestry depicting 500 years of Estonian book history in a ceremony today at the Pallas Art School library.

Feb 23 • 13:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Book with nearly 40 authors revives memories of the elderly and encourages art with illustrations of woodcuts in the interior of SP

A collaborative book titled 'Bauru de Memórias' features nearly 40 authors over the age of 50, sharing their personal stories and memories through a series of workshops.

Feb 23 • 10:17 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The successful artist is personal in a new book: - It's outdated to claim that men don't talk about feelings

Norwegian artist Sverre Bjertnæs discusses the emotional landscape of men in his new book, addressing themes of grief and the importance of living fully after loss.

Feb 21 • 15:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Eduardo Srur launches bilingual book with over 300 images of his works

Eduardo Srur is set to release a bilingual book showcasing over 300 images of his artistic works, emphasizing his impact on urban art in Brazil and abroad.

Feb 20 • 20:33 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

"Silence and Clamor of Images": Emerging from the Noise

A book review highlights the sensitive exploration of characters in "Silence and Clamor of Images" by Krystyna Czerni, emphasizing the contrast between silence and noise in artistic perception.

Feb 20 • 15:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Jan Maciejewski: The Book and the Cross

An article exploring philosophical themes and the enduring essence of art and existence in the context of journalism and literature.

Feb 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Most Beautiful Books of 2025 Selected

The winners of the 34th Book Art Competition have been announced in various categories, including fiction and children's literature.

Feb 20 • 12:57 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Norwegian Bonnier criticized for AI cover on children's book

Bonnier Publishing in Norway is facing backlash for using AI to create the cover of the second book in the Miss Snushane children's series, instead of hiring an illustrator, which closely resembles the previous illustrator's work.

Feb 19 • 16:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Announced nominees for the book art competition "Golden Apple"; Lifetime Achievement Award goes to art scientist Laima Slava

The nominees for the prestigious "Golden Apple" book art competition have been announced, with the Lifetime Achievement Award given to Laima Slava, a prominent figure in Latvian publishing.

Feb 17 • 06:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Antoni Miralda: "The United States is a magnificent country that is in a shambles"

Artist Antoni Miralda reflects on his ongoing projects as he celebrates the 40th anniversary of his Honeymoon Project with the release of a new book.

Feb 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Anders Haraldsson: Here are the best events in Stockholm right now

Anders Haraldsson of Dagens Nyheter highlights notable concerts, exhibitions, and events in Stockholm, urging readers to book tickets soon.

Feb 13 • 11:10 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

"The letters of Pedro Friedeberg are an ode to writing": Déborah Holtz

Deborah Holtz discusses the importance of Pedro Friedeberg's letters, which showcase his artistic discipline and affection for literature, to be featured in an upcoming book.

Feb 13 • 08:11 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Book Blogger: In short, this work left me indifferent

In her review, book blogger Mariann Vendelin expresses indifference towards Fredrik Backman's "My Friends," despite its themes of friendship and art.

Feb 13 • 08:10 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

A Genius and a Mystery: Masaccio and the Mysteries of Our Renaissance

The article explores the life and enigmatic circumstances surrounding the Renaissance artist Masaccio, emphasizing insights from art historian Alessandro Masi's new book.

Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Domenico Sepe Dialogues with Canova

A contemporary sculptor, Domenico Sepe, pays homage to Neoclassicist master Antonio Canova through a unique art book project presented at the Museo Civico di Bassano del Grappa.

Feb 11 • 11:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Albert Watson, the photographer behind the iconic portrait of Steve Jobs, celebrates 50 years of career with a book

Albert Watson, renowned photographer known for his iconic portrait of Steve Jobs, marks his 50-year career with the release of a new book called 'KAOS', featuring a vast collection of portraits.

Feb 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"Her Works are Like an Ode to the Fullness of Life." A Book Dedicated to Textile Artist Iveta Vecenāne is Published

A new book celebrating Latvian textile artist Iveta Vecenāne will launch on February 11 at the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design.

Feb 9 • 07:22 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Rotko's works are woven into tapestries and inspired by Purvītis. A book of textile artist Iveta Vecenāne's collections is published.

A new book showcasing the works of textile artist Iveta Vecenāne will be launched on February 11 at the Decorative Arts and Design Museum, highlighting her artistry and collaboration with the illustrator Guntars Sietiņš.

Feb 9 • 07:22 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Milena Gallipoli claims the copies and rewrites the history of art from the casts: "If it is not reproduced, it does not exist"

Art historian Milena Gallipoli emphasizes the crucial role of reproductions in the fame and existence of art pieces, as discussed in her book 'The Victory of Copies.'

Feb 5 • 12:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Donald Trump's gift to Gustavo Petro with an unexpected dedication and the response from the president of Colombia

After meeting with Donald Trump at the White House, Colombian President Gustavo Petro revealed the gift he received, which included an unexpected message in Trump's book 'Trump, the Art of the Deal.'

Feb 4 • 13:21 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Birgitta Rubin: Here are the six best exhibitions in Stockholm

The article highlights six noteworthy art exhibitions in Stockholm as recommended by the art editor of Dagens Nyheter, featuring themes such as concerning robots and comic book aesthetics.

Feb 4 • 10:06 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tartu Art Museum is looking for artworks by Raivo Järvi from private collections

The Tartu Art Museum is searching for works by Raivo Järvi from private collections for an upcoming exhibition in November 2026 that aims to showcase the diversity of the artist's legacy beyond well-known posters and book illustrations.

Feb 4 • 09:05 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Ximena Alarcón erects debris against indifference

In a courtyard in the Roma neighborhood of Mexico City, a pile of debris tells a haunting story of interrupted lives, as it reveals fragments of toys, baby clothes, book pages, and human hair.

Feb 3 • 09:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

All the Lives of Pablo Sycet, Painter, Designer, Lyricist and Much More

Pablo Sycet, a multifaceted artist known for his painting, songwriting, and design, is explored in the book 'Between Two Centuries.'

Feb 2 • 04:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Alejandro Jodorowsky, the immortal artist: “I have thought about death since the day I was born”

As he approaches his 97th birthday, Chilean artist Alejandro Jodorowsky reflects on his surreal life and work while promoting his new book.

Jan 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Rajoy, in Seville: "Extremeism can only be defeated with the sensibility that Juanma Moreno has"

Former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy presented his book 'The Art of Governing' in Seville, emphasizing that sensibility is key to overcoming extremism.

Jan 15 • 06:13 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

TikTok Sparks Bizarre Madness for Book Sculpture in Prague

TikTok has captivated tourists in Prague, leading to lines of up to two hours for a sculpture made of 8,000 books.

Jan 9 • 13:45 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

Now Albrecht Dürer is freed from all patina

A new image book reinterprets Albrecht Dürer, depicting him as a contemporary artist who observed the world with curiosity 500 years ago.

Jan 2 • 11:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

‘Parabolic Child’: a clever, unyielding and imaginative book about the current landscape of artistic production in Spain

Constantino Molina's 'Parabolic Child' presents a manifesto against the idealization of purity and cultural commercialization amidst a landscape of discontent and subjective crisis.

Jan 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
Life & Tech

Ľubomír Jančok on the Art of Living / Elitism is not about Money, but in Slovakia We Prefer Mediocrity

In an interview, Ľubomír Jančok discusses his book on etiquette and the state of elites in Slovakia, emphasizing cultural values over material wealth.

Dec 31 • 18:30 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Book about "Hitler's Queer Artist": How Can a Person Reconcile Such Contradictions?

Art historian Nina Schedlmayer explores the contradictory life of expressionist painter Stephanie Hollenstein in her new study.

Dec 30 • 19:39 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Cabaret artist Matthias Egersdörfer on slowing down: Why it’s better to live slowly

Matthias Egersdörfer discusses the importance of a slower lifestyle in his new solo program and accompanying book titled 'Langsam', reflecting on his multifaceted career as a cabaret artist, actor, and musician.

Dec 29 • 14:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

New Picture Book: Rediscovery of Disgraced Female Painters

The art historian Ingrid von der Dollen has dedicated a picture book to 33 female painters persecuted by the Nazis, highlighting their almost forgotten works and the chance rediscovery of artists like Else L. Wolff.

Dec 28 • 11:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

Playful, Cheeky, and Incredibly Fun. Twelve Teenagers Created an Unconventional Book about Troja Castle

A group of twelve teenagers collaborated to create an engaging and visually unique publication about Troja Castle, aimed at making the historical site appealing to youth.

Dec 27 • 05:30 UTC

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