Adrian Clarke Books

This breathtakingly intricate, beautiful book accompanies an exhibition at the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art in Edinburgh and extensive publicity surrounding it.

New research reveals the evocative story of Joan Eardley's life in the coastal fishing village of Catterline, illustrated by some of the artist's best-loved works.

From the mystery of his obscure family origins to the enigma surrounding his premature death, this book follows legendary arts figure Peter Watson through an odyssey of the middle 20th century and discovers a man tormented by depression and doubt, but who changed the course of art in the 20th century.

The 'Two Roberts': Robert Colquhoun (1914-1962) and Robert MacBryde (1913-1966), were two of the most important and celebrated Scottish artists of the twentieth century. Colquhoun studied at Glasgow School of Art where he met Robert MacBryde.

The definitive and fascinating survey of collage and 3-D sculpture from 1600 to today. Includes never-previously-published material.

In his twenties, as he struggled to make a living, Dave Clarke's thoughts turned to his long-held ambition to sail the Atlantic alone. He balanced the demands of a full-time job and low income with renovating his 18-foot yacht and teaching himself to sail. Here, he recounts his story.

Exploring the impact of Brexit, the collection showcases a unique phrasal poetics that blends influences from notable poets like Laforgue and Celan. The work delves into themes of history and identity, capturing the tension between flesh and spirit through vivid imagery and innovative enjambments. Poems reflect on a fractured self amidst a haunting European landscape, with a poignant sonnet sequence addressing these complexities. The collection invites readers into a realm where language grapples with loss and the search for belonging in a challenging world.

Born in 1949, Tony Cragg is one of today's most celebrated and popular sculptors. In 1988 he won the Turner Prize. This book, celebrating the work of one of the world's most successful and respected artists, concentrates on works made by him over the years.

This catalogue, the first of the Gallery's Dada and Surrealist holdings, reproduces and catalogues more than 100 of the best works.

'Solo' is the inspiring story of an ordinary man who refused to let go of his dream. It is written with humour, self-deprecation and deep insights that can only come when you're on your own - a thousand miles from anywhere.