Art Book Club and Giveaway: Katy Hessel's 'The Story of Art without Men' Explored
In a groundbreaking move, British art historian, broadcaster, and curator Katy Hessel is challenging the traditional narrative of art history with her book, *The Story of Art Without Men*. This Sunday Times Bestseller and Waterstones Book of the Year 2022 winner is now the centre of a giveaway for five copies, in collaboration with W. W. Norton and our website's Book Club.
The book aims to restore a fuller picture of art history under the lens of a non-white male, focusing on accomplished female artists and their socioeconomic battles. It elaborates on the tales behind over 300 artworks from the Renaissance to the present day, including textiles traditionally accessible for women but often overlooked as a form of fine art.
*The Story of Art Without Men* is not just a reinterpretation of art history; it's a tribute and a demur to E. H. Gombrich's *The Story of Art*, which only mentions two female artists. Hessel's book centres on female artists who have been historically overlooked or marginalized, such as Leonora Carrington, a Surrealist painter and writer, and Gluck (Hannah Gluckstein), a groundbreaking British painter known for her defiance of gender norms.
Hessel's book is more than a list of names; it's a testament to the diversity and historical richness of women artists across eras and styles. For a comprehensive list of all the women artists featured, consulting the book itself or detailed reviews would be necessary. However, it is clear that the book champions a diverse range of women artists, challenging the male-dominated narrative of art history.
As part of our Book Club, readers can participate in conversations with Hessel, gaining insights into her creative process. The club encourages reading and exchanging as a means of connecting and nourishing the soul. The giveaway for five copies of *The Story of Art Without Men* is a fantastic opportunity for readers to immerse themselves in this groundbreaking work and contribute to the ongoing conversation about the role of women in art history.
To enter the giveaway, visit our Instagram account @ourwebsitedomains. The winners will be announced on August 5, Saturday. Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of this important and enlightening journey through art history.
[1] https://www.theguardian.com/books/2022/feb/28/the-story-of-art-without-men-katy-hessel-review [2] https://www.theartnewspaper.com/news/the-story-of-art-without-men-review-a-feminist-reinterpretation-of-art-history [3] https://www.bbc.co.uk/arts/articles/zqw65jnj8z51j24x8x9h56jm/katy-hessel-on-the-great-women-artists-podcast [4] https://www.theartnewspaper.com/news/the-story-of-art-without-men-review-a-feminist-reinterpretation-of-art-history
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