Art and Upheaval: Artists on the World's Frontlines

by William Cleveland

Book Overview

Citizen artists successfully rebuild the social infrastructure in six communities devastated by war, repression and dislocation.Author William Cleveland tells remarkable stories from Northern Ireland,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0976605465
• ISBN13: 9780976605461
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: New Village Press
• Length: 354 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.9" x 9.9"

Customer Reviews

A must for anyone who doubts art's contribution to society.

Taking a stance against the injustices of the world is something we all wish we could do, but few posses the influence to do so significantly. "Art and Upheaval: Artists on the World's Frontlines" is an assortment of stories of people of the arts, be they actor, writer, painter, playwright or such, standing up for their beliefs. Their stories are inspiring about how those who use their fame for the good of all. Enhanced with photos and art of and by the nobler artists, "Art and Upheaval" is a must for anyone who doubts art's contribution to society.