A lively and thought-provoking tour of the intertwined histories of art and walking
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William Sharpe focuses his scholarly work on the literature, art, and culture of the modern city, with a particular emphasis on New York. His research delves into urban landscapes, modern poetry, and literary criticism, exploring the multifaceted representations of city life. He is known for his deep engagement with imagery of New York City at night, examining its depiction across various artistic mediums. Supported by prestigious grants, his writings offer insightful perspectives on urban aesthetics and cultural expression.
- 2023
- 2008
New York Nocturne
- 402 pages
- 15 hours of reading
Exploring the myriad images of Manhattan after dark, this book shows how writers and artists took on the city's nocturnal blaze and transformed the scintillating landscape into an icon of modernity. It tells the story about the relationship between night, art, and modern urban life.