The Oriantalists: western artistsin arabia, arabia, the sahara, ...: English 2005

The first in, the first to see S these painters, known as \Orientalists] created a rich body of work of a world that was rapidly changing, during the last precious years before modernization. The Holy Land, North Africa, Persia, India - these are places whose history is filled with both beauty and pain. Written in a personal, engaging tone, The Orientalists: Western Artists in Arabia, The Sahara, Persia & India emphasizes both the extraordinary talent of these artists and the beauty and nobility of the worlds they traveled in. It will show a reader that perceptions have not always been as uniform or simple as \us] and \them.] A unique, indispensable book, the ultimate work on the subject, The Orientalists will be of interest to lovers of both fine arts and illustration, readers of history, movie fans and travelers alike.