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The Complete Poems of A. R. Ammons, by A. R. Ammons

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“The sheer heft of the two volumes only hints at the vast poetical output of Ammons, a variegated array of poeticules and epics, intimate confessions and scientific hymns, wordplay and wonderment.” Continue reading The Complete Poems of A. R. Ammons, by A. R. Ammons

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art: Masterpiece Paintings by Kathryn Calley Galitz @ nyjb

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“The Metropolitan Museum of Art: Masterpiece Paintings is a book ready for heirloom status. From prehistory to contemporary art, the book provides an encyclopedic array of art, from the famous to the anonymous. The wealth contained therein—visual and textual—is priceless.” Continue reading The Metropolitan Museum of Art: Masterpiece Paintings by Kathryn Calley Galitz @ nyjb

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Global Art and the Cold War by John J. Curley @ nyjb

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“Throughout these tumultuous decades, artists have sought to express themselves in harrowing circumstances. John J. Curley provides a lucid summary of the era and unique insights into famous and unknown artists.” Continue reading Global Art and the Cold War by John J. Curley @ nyjb

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Dungeons & Dragons Art and Arcana: A Visual History, by Michael Witwer @ nyjb

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“Art and Arcana offers glorious illustrations, fascinating backstories, and the occasional painful misstep of a franchise entering its 40th year.” Continue reading Dungeons & Dragons Art and Arcana: A Visual History, by Michael Witwer @ nyjb

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