Chapter after chapter, andy provides relevant stories that directly relate to the title of the chapter in one way or another, its a very interesting book, but it has its faultsfirst of all, how does he remember some of those conversations, was he recording them. The philosophy of andy warhol by andy warhol goodreads. A loosely formed autobiography by andy warhol, told with his trademark blend of irony and detachment inthe philosophy of andy warholwhich, with the subtitle from a to b and back again, is less a memoir than a collection of riffs and reflectionshe talks about love, sex, food, beauty, fame, work, money, and success. Buy online, view images and see past prices for andy warhol, philosophy book signed. A loosely formed autobiography by andy warhol, told with his trademark blend of irony and detachment in the philosophy of andy warholwhich, with the subtitle from a to b and back again, is less a memoir than a collection of riffs and reflectionshe talks about love, sex, food, beauty, fame, work, money, and success. The philosophy of andy warhol audiobook by andy warhol. A loosely formed autobiography by andy warhol, told with his trademark blend of irony and detachment inthe philosophy of andy warholwhich, with the. Houghton mifflin harcourt publishing company, 1977. The philosophy of andy warhol from a to b and back again in march 1974 andy warhol signed two book contracts with harcourt brace jovanovich. Andy s topics include the esoteric as well as the mundane as he rambles his way through a variety of subjects which have become important to andy at some time in his life. The word autobiographical is not used here because one. A loosely formed autobiography by andy warhol, told with his trademark blend of irony and detachment in the. The philosophy of andy warhol from a to b and back. It seems like you get a glimpse of warhol s strange mind, yet it is short lived, you realize its an every day conversation he has with a friend.
This copy has been inscribed in black flair ink by andy warhol diagonally across the halftitle page. Andy warhol campbells soup can, 1975, drawingsigned. I really fell in love with him through this audiobook. He also produced a significant body of film work, including the famous chelsea girls. Explore andy warhols lifefrom his pittsburgh roots to his career in new york city. A loosely formed autobiography by andy warhol, told with his trademark blend of irony and detachmentin the philosophy of andy warholwhich, with the subtitle from a to b and back again, is less a memoir than a collection of riffs and reflectionshe talks about love, sex, food, beauty, fame, work, money, and success. A splendid life of andy warhol claims him as the most influential artist of the 20th century, and isnt shy of exposing his private life. Only downside was that the conversations with the bs at the end was a bit too long. Click download or read online button to get the philosophy of andy warhol book now. This is an excellent book to take a look into the life and mind of the author himself, andy warhol.
The philosophy of andy warhol from a to b and back again warhol, andy on. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. The philosophy of andy warhol is an interesting read. Andy warhol 19281987, a painter and graphic artist. A loosely formed autobiography by andy warhol, told with his trademark blend of irony and detachmentin the philosophy of andy. Andy warhol 19281987, was an american painter, filmmaker, publisher, actor, and a major figure in the pop art movement. Eight hexagonal natural wood pencils have brightly hued erasers and are enlivened with silkscreened andy warhol aphorisms. Whats great about this country is that america started the tradition where the richest consumers buy essentially the same things as the poorest. A loosely formed autobiography by andy warhol, told with his trademark blend of irony and detachment. Here, gopnik discusses five key books that offer crucial insight into warhol the man. One contract was for what would become the philosophy of andy warhol from a to b and back again and the other for a book that andy planned to do on paulette goddards life.
The philosophy of andy warhol is essential reading for warhol fans because its filled with warhols views on life, money, art, film, fashion and most importantly, himself. Warhol, with obvious selfdeprecation, described his philosophy as spanning from a to b. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. The philosophy of andy warhol quotes by andy warhol.
Enjoy everything galison has to offer from the famous pop artist andy warhol. Fell in love with andy loved this book and hearing andys thoughts. Warhol spoke to this apparent contradiction between his life and work in his book the philosophy of andy warhol, writing that making money is art and working is art, and good business is the best. Philosophy a b by andy warhol, first edition abebooks. Andy warhol was born andrew warhola on august 6, 1928, in a tworoom apartment at 73 orr street in a workingclass neighborhood in pittsburgh, pennsylvania. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. But if you do watch your weight, try the andy warhol new york city diet. It was first published by harcourt brace jovanovich the book is an assemblage of selfconsciously ironic quotable quotes about love, beauty, fame, work, sex, time, death, economics, success, and art, among other topics, by the prince of pop. The word autobiographical is not used here because one cant be sure that warhol did the actual writing. I would rather watch somebody buy their underwear than read a book they wrote. But a decadesold cassette tape, uncovered in warhols archive, suggests a path untaken. The philosophy of andy warhol by warhol, andy ebook.
Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The philosophy of andy warhol download ebook pdf, epub. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Andy warhol was the son of immigrants who became an american icon. So, i could vote for andy warhol if you put jasper johns face on it. It makes no difference that warhol seems, or really is, emotionally frozen at fourteen years old. A loosely formed autobiography by andy warhol, told. An artist who embraced consumerism, celebrity and counter culture and changed modern art in the process. Here, in his autobiography, he spills his secrets and muses about love, sex, food, beauty, fame, work, money, success, new york and america.
In his book the philosophy of andy warhol from a to b and back again, the tireless artist and cultural icon shares with us a diet that, by all accounts, appears foolproof. Stationery and gifts have never looked better with a touch of andy warhol. As this exhibition decidedly proves, his thinking and artistic production ranged well beyond that, but his true genius lies in his ability to identify cultural patterns and to use repetition, distortion, and recycled images in a way that challenges our. Andys topics include the esoteric as well as the mundane as he rambles his way through a variety of subjects which have become important to andy at some time in. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the philosophy of andy warhol. Up for bin is a 1977 paperback book, the philosophy of andy warhol, by andy warhol, the book is in very good condition with light creasingwear on the covers. V i n c e fine artsephemera miami, florida usa tel. From a to b and back again by andy warhol 1977, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. From a to b and back again kindle edition by warhol, andy. This item will ship to united states, but the seller has not specified shipping options.
They just go to department stores andy warhol american painter, filmmaker, publisher, actor and major figure in the pop art movement was in many ways a reluctant celebrity. The front door is flanked by two large windows with blue wallpaper featuring screen prints of. Carpathorusyn immigrants from an area in the carpathian mountains in what is presentday eastern. They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself. The philosophy of andy warhol from a to b and back again by andy warhol is a nonfiction account of andy warhol s perspectives and opinions. Portions of the book are about as close as were going to get to a fullblown autobiography, warhol diaries notwithstanding. We can get the indians back on the reservations making rugs and hunting for turquoise. The philosophy of andy warhol is intensly funny, witty, and real. Warhols immense immersion into the trivia of his life by way of a taperecorder he calls his wife is undeniably, hypnotically, abysmally enjoyable. First impression of the book appears strange with the introduction consisting of the conversation between a and b. The philosophy of andy warhol is a 1975 book by the american artist andy warhol. The sections of this book that tell us about andys own life are fresh and illuminating. A portrait of marilyn monroe is visible through glass panels in and around the front doors.
A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. The philosophy of andy warhol from a to b and back again by andy warhol is a nonfiction account of andy warhols perspectives and opinions. A shy gay man who became the hub of new yorks social scene. The philosophy of andy warhol is essential reading for warhol fans because its filled with warhol s views on life, money, art, film, fashion and most importantly, himself. In the philosophy of andy warholwhich, with the subtitle from a to b and back again, is less a memoir than a collection of riffs and reflectionshe talks about love, sex, food, beauty, fame, work, money, and success. Andy warholfrom a to b and back again the art institute. The philosophy of andy warhol from a to b and back again. From a to b and back again penguin modern classics 19 by warhol, andy isbn. Galisons set of andy warhol philosophy pencils are sure to be a hit with anyone who likes to write, draw, or doodle. The philosophy of andy warhol from a to b and back again by warhol, andy and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles. The philosophy of andy warhol by andy warhol waterstones. Andy warhol book the philosphy of andy warhol revd. Reviewed by paul pescador lets start by talking about the manner in which he sits in bed on his phone and listens, listen to another describe to him what they see on television soap opera, commercials, etc and through this we also become listeners. Andy tells of daily acounts with many super stars and various bs and it just goes to show you that andy warhol is a true master mind.
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