Sticky Sublime

6 1/4 x 9 1/4 50 black-and-white illustrations north american distribution art criticism an enthralling anthology of introspective thoughts from today's most highly esteemed artists, poets, and critics regarding the elusive subject of the contemporary sublime. Combining classic theory with the current dialogue surrounding the forever-shifting concept of art history's famous s-word, sticky sublime is the only anthology ever published that offers insightful reflections on beauty by the legendary artists, critics, and literati who help redefine it. A companion anthology to the critically acclaimed uncontrollable beauty, sticky sublime pushes the polemic on beauty even further, speculating where the beautiful and the sublime will be situated in our post-postmodern, new technology era. Readers will discover intriguing essays by such respected creators and critics as harold bloom, david hickey, barbara maria stafford, and anthony haden-guest, many of which were composed exclusively for this extraordinary guide. Art history lovers, academics, and anyone else interested in art appreciation will be surprised and entertained by whta these internationally acclaimed authors have to say on an idea that has captivated and tangled the minds of great thinkers for centuries. Features essays by harold bloom david hickey barbara maria stafford jeremy gilbert-rolfe carter ratcliff wendy steiner thomas mcevilley anthony haden-guest.