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Author : Christian Bahr
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783897736498
Total Pages : 135 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (364 download)
Download or read book Berlin Wall Art written by Christian Bahr and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Paul M. Farber
Publisher : UNC Press Books
ISBN 13 : 1469655098
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (696 download)
Download or read book A Wall of Our Own written by Paul M. Farber and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2020-02-17 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Berlin Wall is arguably the most prominent symbol of the Cold War era. Its construction in 1961 and its dismantling in 1989 are broadly understood as pivotal moments in the history of the last century. In A Wall of Our Own, Paul M. Farber traces the Berlin Wall as a site of pilgrimage for American artists, writers, and activists. During the Cold War and in the shadow of the Wall, figures such as Leonard Freed, Angela Davis, Shinkichi Tajiri, and Audre Lorde weighed the possibilities and limits of American democracy. All were sparked by their first encounters with the Wall, incorporated their reflections in books and artworks directed toward the geopolitics of division in the United States, and considered divided Germany as a site of intersection between art and activism over the respective courses of their careers. Departing from the well-known stories of Americans seeking post–World War II Paris for their own self-imposed exile or traveling the open road of the domestic interstate highway system, Farber reveals the divided city of Berlin as another destination for Americans seeking a critical distance. By analyzing the experiences and cultural creations of "American Berliner" artists and activists, Farber offers a new way to view not only the Wall itself but also how the Cold War still structures our thinking about freedom, repression, and artistic resistance on a global scale.
Author : Claudia Mesch
Publisher : I.B. Tauris
ISBN 13 : 9781784539771
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (397 download)
Download or read book Modern Art at the Berlin Wall written by Claudia Mesch and published by I.B. Tauris. This book was released on 2018-09-30 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the height of the Cold War, art produced in divided Germany contested the cultural demarcation of East and West. Here Claudia Mesch shows how a wide group of artists struggled to take visual art beyond the crude separations of the 'Iron Curtain', and to transcend the first global cultural divide of the twentieth century. Artists in Berlin produced artworks-including painting, performance and film-that engaged critically with imposed national and global identities, and with issues of memory and trauma. 'Around the Berlin Wall' presents a new picture of the Cold War border between East and West as a dynamic and international cultural space, and is essential for all those interested in art history, modernism, the Cold War and the cultural history of the twentieth century.
Author : Allan Antliff
Publisher : arsenal pulp press
ISBN 13 : 1551523000
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (515 download)
Download or read book Anarchy and Art written by Allan Antliff and published by arsenal pulp press. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the powers of art is its ability to convey the human aspects of political events. In this fascinating survey on art, artists, and anarchism, Allan Antliff interrogates critical moments when anarchist artists have confronted pivotal events over the past 140 years. The survey begins with Gustave Courbet’s activism during the 1871 Paris Commune (which established the French republic) and ends with anarchist art during the fall of the Soviet empire. Other subjects include the French neoimpressionists, the Dada movement in New York, anarchist art during the Russian Revolution, political art of the 1960s, and gay art and politics post-World War II. Throughout, Antliff vividly explores art’s potential as a vehicle for social change and how it can also shape the course of political events, both historic and present-day; it is a book for the politically engaged and art aficionados alike. Allan Antliff is the author of Anarchist Modernism.
Author : Martha Cooper
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 9780805006780
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (67 download)
Download or read book Subway Art written by Martha Cooper and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1984 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the history of New York graffiti, shows a variety of painted subway cars, and desribes the graffiti writers and how they work.
Author : Briana J. Smith
Publisher : MIT Press
ISBN 13 : 0262047195
Total Pages : 329 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (62 download)
Download or read book Free Berlin written by Briana J. Smith and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2022-09-20 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An alternative history of art in Berlin, detaching artistic innovation from art world narratives and connecting it instead to collective creativity and social solidarity. In pre- and post-reunification Berlin, socially engaged artists championed collective art making and creativity over individual advancement, transforming urban space and civic life in the process. During the Cold War, the city’s state of exception invited artists on both sides of the Wall to detour from artistic tradition; post-Wall, art became a tool of resistance against the orthodoxy of economic growth. In Free Berlin, Briana Smith explores the everyday peculiarities, collective joys, and grassroots provocations of experimental artists in late Cold War Berlin and their legacy in today’s city. These artists worked intentionally outside the art market, believing that art should be everywhere, freed from its confinement in museums and galleries. They used art as a way to imagine new forms of social and creative life. Smith introduces little-known artists including West Berlin feminist collective Black Chocolate, the artist duo paint the town red (p.t.t.r), and the Office for Unusual Events, creators of satirical urban political theater, as well as East Berlin action art and urban interventionists Erhard Monden, Kurt Buchwald, and others. Artists and artist-led urban coalitions in 1990s Berlin carried on the participatory spirit of the late Cold War, with more overt forms of protest and collaboration at the neighborhood level. The temperament lives on in twenty-first century Berlin, animating artists’ resolve to work outside the market and citizens’ spirited defenses of green spaces, affordable housing, and collectivist projects. With Free Berlin, Smith offers an alternative history of art in Berlin, detaching artistic innovation from art world narratives and connecting it instead to Berliners’ historic embrace of care, solidarity, and cooperation.
Author : Greg Mitchell
Publisher : Crown
ISBN 13 : 1101903864
Total Pages : 410 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (19 download)
Download or read book The Tunnels written by Greg Mitchell and published by Crown. This book was released on 2016-10-18 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thrilling Cold War narrative of superpower showdowns, media suppression, and two escape tunnels beneath the Berlin Wall. In the summer of 1962, the year after the rise of the Berlin Wall, a group of young West Germans risked prison, Stasi torture, and even death to liberate friends, lovers, and strangers in East Berlin by digging tunnels under the Wall. Then two U.S. television networks heard about the secret projects and raced to be first to document them from the inside. NBC and CBS funded two separate tunnels in return for the right to film the escapes, planning spectacular prime-time specials. President John F. Kennedy, however, was wary of anything that might spark a confrontation with the Soviets, having said, “A wall is better than a war,” and even confessing to Secretary of State Dean Rusk, “We don’t care about East Berlin.” JFK approved unprecedented maneuvers to quash both documentaries, testing the limits of a free press in an era of escalating nuclear tensions. As Greg Mitchell’s riveting narrative unfolds, we meet extraordinary characters: the legendary cyclist who became East Germany’s top target for arrest; the Stasi informer who betrays the “CBS tunnel”; the American student who aided the escapes; an engineer who would later help build the tunnel under the English channel; and the young East Berliner who fled with her baby, then married one of the tunnelers. The Tunnels captures the chilling reach of the Stasi secret police as U.S. networks prepared to “pay for play” but were willing to cave to official pressure, the White House was eager to suppress historic coverage, and ordinary people in dire circumstances became subversive. The Tunnels is breaking history, a propulsive read whose themes still reverberate.
Author : Mark Gisbourne
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)
Download or read book Berlin Art Now written by Mark Gisbourne and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Berlin has seen huge upheavals, including its reinstatement as the capital city of the reunified Germany. This book considers the reasons behind Berlin's vital and vibrant art scene, profiling and assessing nineteen artists who feel a particular affinity with the city.
Author : Anke Fesel
Publisher : Die Gestalten Verlag-DGV
ISBN 13 : 9783899555288
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (552 download)
Download or read book Berlin Wonderland written by Anke Fesel and published by Die Gestalten Verlag-DGV. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shortly after the Wall came down, subcultures boomed in Berlin's Mitte district. The compelling photography in this book brings an almost forgotten era back to life and shows just how much the city has changed since then. The striking photography in Berli
Author : Claudia Mesch
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0857714791
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (577 download)
Download or read book Modern Art at the Berlin Wall written by Claudia Mesch and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2009-03-30 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the height of the Cold War, art produced in divided Germany contested the cultural demarcation of East and West. Here Claudia Mesch shows how a wide group of artists struggled to take visual art beyond the crude separations of the 'Iron Curtain', and to transcend the first global cultural divide of the twentieth century. Artists in Berlin produced artworks-including painting, performance and film-that engaged critically with imposed national and global identities, and with issues of memory and trauma. 'Around the Berlin Wall' presents a new picture of the Cold War border between East and West as a dynamic and international cultural space, and is essential for all those interested in art history, modernism, the Cold War and the cultural history of the twentieth century.
Author : A.J. Kingston
Publisher : A.J. Kingston
ISBN 13 : 1839383445
Total Pages : 417 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (393 download)
Download or read book Berlin Wall: East Vs West Germany written by A.J. Kingston and published by A.J. Kingston. This book was released on 2023 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to immerse yourself in one of the most captivating and transformative periods of history? Step back in time and witness the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall, an iconic symbol of division and defiance. Introducing the "Berlin Wall: East vs West Germany" book bundle, a comprehensive collection that takes you on a journey through the intricate layers of this monumental structure. Book 1 - Echoes Of Division: Exploring The Human Stories Of The Berlin Wall Delve into the personal narratives, heart-wrenching separations, and the unwavering spirit of those impacted by the Berlin Wall. Through intimate accounts and compelling stories, experience the triumphs, tragedies, and enduring hope that emerged from a divided nation. Book 2 - Beyond Concrete Walls: The Economic Impact Of The Berlin Wall On East And West Germany Uncover the economic repercussions that echoed across East and West Germany. Dive deep into the stark disparities in living standards, employment opportunities, and economic development that emerged as a result of the Wall. Gain valuable insights into the lasting effects on both sides of the divide and the subsequent challenges faced during reunification. Book 3 - Unveiling The Hidden Secrets: Espionage And Intrigue Along The Berlin Wall Unlock the hidden world of espionage and the cloak-and-dagger operations that unfolded along the Berlin Wall. Unveil the gripping tales of spies, intelligence agencies, and covert operations, and discover how the Wall became a battleground for secrets, power, and international intrigue. Book 4 - Art As Resistance: Graffiti And Political Expression On The Berlin Wall Witness the power of artistic expression and its defiance against the oppressive regime. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of graffiti and political art that adorned the Berlin Wall. Experience the visual manifestations of protest, unity, and hope, as artists turned the Wall into a canvas of resilience and resistance. Individually, each book offers a unique perspective on the Berlin Wall, but together, they form an all-encompassing narrative that will transport you back in time. Unearth the stories of ordinary individuals caught in extraordinary circumstances, analyze the economic impact of a divided nation, delve into the hidden world of spies and espionage, and witness the transformative power of art in the face of oppression. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a lover of human stories, or someone seeking profound insights into the forces that shaped our world, this book bundle is a must-have addition to your collection. It offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the complexities, triumphs, and lessons of the Berlin Wall. Don't miss your chance to own this captivating book bundle. Order the "Berlin Wall: East vs West Germany" collection today and embark on an unforgettable journey through history. Experience the echoes of division, the resounding impact on economies, the clandestine world of espionage, and the enduring power of art as resistance.
Author : XOOOOX.
Publisher : Die Gestalten Verlag-DGV
ISBN 13 : 9783899554175
Total Pages : 123 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (541 download)
Download or read book XOOOOX written by XOOOOX. and published by Die Gestalten Verlag-DGV. This book was released on 2012 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first monograph on Germany's most popular street artist. xoooox was the first German street artist to come to prominence on the international art market. His prints have been shown in numerous international exhibitions and sold at auction. This book is xoooox's first monograph. It focuses mainly on his portraits of female models that he prefers to stencil or wheat-paste onto surfaces of older buildings scarred by the passage of time. The contrast between the strikingly beautiful women and the crumbling walls is a fundamental aspect of his creative vision. Other work featured in xoooox is a clever critique of consumer culture. For example, the artist reinterprets logos of brands such as Hermés or Chanel to make people aware of how easily dazzled they can be by the superficial promise of luxury. Or he morphs an H&M logo into the letters HIV as a statement against the leveling effect of global clothing brands that are spreading around the world like a virus. The documentation of xoooox's work on the street is complemented by photographs of select exhibitions and of the artist at work. The book is edited by Benjamin Wolbergs, an author and photographer who specializes in subjects related to urban art.
Author : Anna Funder
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 1443406090
Total Pages : 350 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (434 download)
Download or read book Stasiland written by Anna Funder and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2011-11-22 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1989, the Berlin Wall fell; shortly afterwards the two Germanies reunited, and East Germany ceased to exist. In a country where the headquarters of the secret police can become a museum literally overnight and in which one in fifty East Germans were informing on their fellow citizens, there are thousands of captivating stories. Anna Funder tells extraordinary tales from the underbelly of the former East Germany. She meets Miriam, who as a sixteen-year-old might have started World War III; she visits the man who painted the line that became the Berlin Wall; and she gets drunk with the legendary “Mik Jegger” of the East, once declared by the authorities to his face to “no longer exist.” Each enthralling story depicts what it’s like to live in Berlin as the city knits itself back together—or fails to. This is a history full of emotion, attitude and complexity.
Author : Elisa Ganivet
Publisher : transcript Verlag
ISBN 13 : 3839447771
Total Pages : 249 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (394 download)
Download or read book Border Wall Aesthetics written by Elisa Ganivet and published by transcript Verlag. This book was released on 2019-09-30 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 30 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, we live in a time of globalization and free trade. Nevertheless, 70 new border walls have been built in this period - put together, they would cover the total circumference of the Earth. While governments offer manifold justifications for building these separation barriers, they invariably attract the attention of artists. Is it merely the lure of transgression, however, that attracts them - or is there a deeper significance in the artistic encounter with border walls? And which artistic strategies do these artists employ to approach them? In order to address these questions, Élisa Ganivet revisits the history of border wall aesthetics and compares more recent border-related works by 100 artists, including Joseph Beuys (Berlin), Banksy (Israel-Palestine), and Frida Kahlo (Mexico-US). Through art and thus beyond art, we understand the flaws and shortcomings of supposedly well-oiled systems. With a preface by Élisabeth Vallet.
Author : Penny Croucher
Publisher : Haus Pub.
ISBN 13 : 9781907973871
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (738 download)
Download or read book Berlin Unwrapped written by Penny Croucher and published by Haus Pub.. This book was released on 2014-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide to one of Europe's most exciting cities allows you to discover the most authentic local haunts, the facts behind the historic facades, and the best in culture and entertainment. With chapters on nightlife, museums, city sights, and the suburbs, as well as sections on Berlin's fascinating history, Berlin Unwrapped is a must for anyone who wants to savor the true essence of the German capital, offering a wealth of insider tips, both on and off the tourist track. Penny Croucher lived in Berlin for many years, working as a journalist, and developed a lasting passion for the city.
Author : Helena Merriman
Publisher : Public Affairs
ISBN 13 : 9781541788831
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (888 download)
Download or read book Tunnel 29 written by Helena Merriman and published by Public Affairs. This book was released on 2023-01-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on a hit podcast series, this book tells the unbelievable true story of an escape tunnel under the Berlin Wall--the people who built it, the spy who betrayed it, and the media event it inspired. In September 1961, at the height of the Cold War, 22-year-old Joachim Rudolph escaped from East Germany, one of the world's most brutal regimes. He'd risked everything to do it. Then, a few months later, working with a group of students, he picked up a spade... and tunneled back in. The goal was to tunnel into the East to help people escape. They spend months digging, hauling up carts of dirt in a tunnel ventilated by stove pipes. But the odds are against them: a Stasi agent infiltrates their group and on their first attempt, and dozens of escapees and some of the diggers are arrested and imprisoned. Despite the risk of prison and death, a month later, Joachim and the other try again and hit more bad luck: the tunnel springs a leak. After several attempts, run-ins with a spy and secret police, and some unlikely financial aid from an American TV network, they finally break through into the East, and free 29 people. This is the story of their great escape, the NBC documentary crew that filmed it, and the U.S. government's attempts to block the film from ever seeing the light of day. But more than anything, this is the story of what people will do to be free.
Author : Hans-Hermann Hertle
Publisher : Ch. Links Verlag
ISBN 13 : 9783861534631
Total Pages : 188 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (346 download)
Download or read book Berlin Wall written by Hans-Hermann Hertle and published by Ch. Links Verlag. This book was released on 2007 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 200 previously unpublished photographs document the building and development of the many check points, barbed wire barriers, and alarmed fences which formed the concrete wall around Berlin. This book tells dramatic tales of spectacular escapes and terrible deaths, and explains the history making events surrounding the building and fall of the Wall. Contemporary photographs are contrasted with photographs from the eighties to offer surprising insights into how the former death strip has changed since 1990. Relics of the wall in the current cityscape are prominently illustrated, including remnants of the Wall itself, expanded metal lattice fences, observation towers, barbed wire and concrete posts. Also included are statistics showing the numbers of refugees and victims of the Wall, a guide to the museums and memorials and a summary of the literature and cinema treatment of the Wall, along with a brief chronicle of its history.
