Alan Aldridge was a British artist, graphic designer, and illustrator whose style perfectly captured the zeitgeist of his era. His work for Penguin Books, including a series of science fiction book covers, and his involvement with the visual identity of the Beatles and Apple Corps defined the graphic style of the 1960s and 70s. His creations were characterized by a flowing, cartoonish style and soft airbrushing, resonating with the psychedelic aesthetics of the time. His most celebrated works include illustrations for 'The Butterfly Ball and the Grasshopper Feast' and the album art for Elton John's 'Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy'.
In the new edition of this widely praised text, Alan Aldridge examines the complex realities of religious belief, practice and institutions. Religion is a powerful and controversial force in the contemporary world, even in supposedly secular societies.
A sampling of the English illustrator's artwork is combined with the artist's description of his life and career
THE BEATLES ILLUSTRATED LYRICS were first published in two separate volumes in 1969 and 1971. Artist Alan Aldridge's aim was to capture the essence of the Beatles' appeal and to present a book which was as entertaining to the eye and the imagination as their music is to the ear. He succeeded and the result was a stunning collection of colour illustrations by some of the most famous artists of the time. Surreal and psychedelic, the lyrics and illustrations reflect the mood of the 60s, and show what an immense influence the greatest band of all time had on the style of their generation and those that followed. This new collector's hardback edition retains all the style of the original and is a must for any Beatles' fan or anyone interested in design or the social history of the 60s. Contributors include Clive Arrowsmith, David Bailey, Mel Calman, David Hockney, Ronald Searle, Peter Max, Ralph Steadman and many more...
"This compilation of Beatles lyrics is a must for Beatles fans. The lavishly illustrated book revisits over 200 favorite songs and journeys through the poetic muses of a band that changed the way we look at music as well as ourselves. It is the ultimate tribute to the Beatles; the dazzling artwork--contributed by some of the greatest artists of our time--gives an enduring and captivating picture of the Fab Four's artistic influence through the decades and works as beautiful accompaniment to the songs"--Publisher description.
Alan Aldridge reviews the contribution sociologists have made to our understanding of the role of religion in society.
Sir Perceval Peacock plans a party for those of his friends who were excluded from the Butterfly Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast.
Tato kultovní kniha o hudební skupině The Beatles se stala v době svého prvního českého vydání v roce 1969 doslova biblí fanoušků této skupiny. Nejenom proto, že je souborem vybraných textů jejich písní ilustrovaných předními britskými výtvarníky, uměleckými fotografy i fanoušky, ale zejména proto, že se jejímu editorovi a zároveň výtvarníkovi Alanu Aldridgovi podařilo předložit čtenářům knihu, která byla pro oko a představivost stejně zábavná jako alba Beatles pro posluchače a která nebyla chápána jako pouhý výběr ilustrací k písním, ale byla ilustrací celých šedesátých let. Beatles zachytili svou hudbou tempo tehdejšího světa, je pravděpodobné, že i vás tato kniha v dnešní době dokáže oslovit, okouzlit a osvětlit přínos této legendární kapely ke stylu jedné generace.
Tra innumerevoli colpi di scena, sul filo di un'avvincente trama imprevedibile e ricca di sorprese, sfila una galleria di personaggi benigni e malefici, stravaganti e fantastici, destinati a rimanere nella memoria. Affascinante romanzo di fantasy che intreccia favola, fantascienza, magia e un pizzico di horror, sul contrappunto del tema ecologico e della conservazione della natura e dei suoi valori, fiaba antica e moderna per ogni età, "Lo Gnolo" è un viaggio nel mondo della fantasia.
Im Reich der Menschen
