Happy spring! If you’re experiencing a reading lull similar to mine, you’re in luck. This season, dive into the mesmerizing portraits by a Swedish artist capturing her own journey of aging, savor the elegance of French poster art, and explore an intriguing alchemical manuscript. These art books promise to reignite your passion for reading.
Discover more below, including Associate Editor Lisa Yin Zhang’s insights on the latest art-world novel that delves into the lives of disenchanted White women. There’s an abundance of captivating narratives to explore. Additionally, Nageen Shaikh shares perspectives on Indian modernist painters who envisioned global unity well before the term ‘Global South’ gained traction.
— Lakshmi Rivera Amin, Associate Editor
Delve into the hidden history of occult influences on modernism, learn about the artistry of French sign painters, the Finnish artist who defied norms, and the creativity of incarcerated artists, among other fascinating topics.
