When it appeared in 1670, Baruch Spinoza's Theological-Political Treatise was denounced as the most dangerous book ever published - "godless," "full of abominations," "a book forged in hell ...by the devil himself." This title the tells of story of incendiary ideas and vicious backlash.

Today we view Cezanne as a monumental figure, but during his lifetime (1839-1906), many did not understand him or his work. This book tells the story of an artist who was never accepted into the official Salon: he was considered a revolutionary at best and a barbarian at worst, whose paintings were unfinished, distorted and strange.

This generously illustrated volume on the work of Rembrandt makes the world's greatest art accessible to readers of every level of appreciation.

Partiendo de una inquietud personal del autor, el presente ensayo investiga la posición compatibilista de los antiguos estoicos que les llevó a afirmar la libertad humana en el seno de un universo determinado por la providencia. El estudio comienza con una introducción en la que se analizan las distintas acepciones de los términos «determinismo» y «libertad», y se realiza un rápido recorrido por la historia del problema de la libertad en la Antigüedad. A continuación, se exponen lo...

> Het ware verhaal over Breitners beroemde schildersmodellen, de zussen Geesje en Anna Kwak

> Bekend van de schilderijenreeks Meisje in kimono

> Over de zoektocht naar een beter leven als jonge vrouw rond 1900

We kennen hun gezichten van Breitners schilderijenreeks Meisje in kimono: Geesje en Anna Kwak. Door hun kinderlijke maar tegelijkertijd mysterieuze schoonheid spreken ze al decennia sterk tot onze verbeelding en worden hun levens vaak geromantiseerd. Op basis van jarenlang onderzoek en ...

Belgian artist Laurens Legiers (b.1994) is renowned for his serene and introspective art. He transforms elements of nature like ships, snails, and tree branches into geometric forms, creating tranquil scenes that encourage reflection. His pieces, often depicting a harmonious blend of light and mood, invite viewers into a world of peaceful contemplation.

In this volume, the artist presents his latest series of works on paper.

In this new body, Legiers encourages the viewers to engage in peac...

"Whispering Woods: A Grayscale Coloring Journey" is a mesmerizing collection of 51 single-sided illustrations that invites colorists to explore an ethereal forest brimming with the delicate beauty of elves and other tranquil beings. Each page of this exquisite coloring book is a grayscale snapshot of life in a serene woodland realm, where every creature lives in peaceful harmony.

From the gentle eyes of forest nymphs to the intricate patterns on the wings of woodland sprites, each illustratio...