Inspired!
True Stories Behind Famous Art, Literature, Music, and Film
by Maria Bukhonina
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Pub Date Dec 01 2016 | Archive Date Feb 28 2017
Museyon Inc | Museyon
Description
What real-life hero inspired the literary adventures of the Count of Monte Cristo and the Three Musketeers? How many women paid a steep price for being Picasso's muse? Why did author Conan Doyle dream of murdering his biggest creation, Sherlock Holmes? What force drove George Lucas to create Star Wars?
Full of tragedy and humor, the 20 stories included in this book explore the lesser-known facts about the world’s most Inspired! lives, from Mata Hari to Salvador Dali, from Bonnie and Clyde to Andy Warhol.
Inspired! is an easy-to-read, entertaining book for everyone interested in art, history, film and extraordinary human stories.
A Note From the Publisher
Advance Praise
“Inspired! captivates
with true stories about some of the most creative people in modern history. It
shows how masterpieces and enduring legends are often born out of the most
random circumstances.”
—Jack Maxwell, TV host, Booze
Traveler
“A fascinating collection of extraordinary lives. A
rumination on the nature of creativity itself as well as the influences of
inspiration. Whether you are an artist, a history buff or a cinephile, this
book will leave you both entertained and truly Inspired!”
—Jordan Bayne, filmmaker, The
Sea Is All I Know
“Inspired! proves
that real life is stranger than fiction.
Each story here is full of twists, turns and little-known facts, making
it a fascinating read that leaves a lasting impression.”
—Nikolay Koshelev, painter, New York Academy of Art
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781940842073 |
| PRICE | $16.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 256 |
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