{"title":"John P. Murphy","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by John P. Murphy, an insightful author who delves deep into the world of Arts \u0026amp; Culture. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, Murphy's writings, including titles like \u003cem\u003eNew Deal Art\u003c\/em\u003e, offer readers a fascinating exploration of cultural history. His books are perfect for both art aficionados and curious minds eager to discover the stories behind significant artistic movements and initiatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn P. Murphy's works are distinguished by his thorough research and engaging narrative style, making them a valuable resource for anyone interested in the arts. Through his books, readers are transported to pivotal moments in history, understanding the intricate relationship between art and society. Explore his collection and uncover the nuances of the artistic endeavours that have shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"new-deal-art-by-john-p-murphy-9780500205020","title":"New Deal Art","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA fresh and vibrant account of the USA's New Deal art programmes, highlighting diversity, activism, social justice, and urgent lessons for today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFranklin D. Roosevelt's landslide victory in the USA's 1932 presidential election gave him a mandate to institute a 'New Deal' for US citizens, and by so doing offer them 'a more abundant life'. For a decade between 1933 and 1943, the New Deal art programmes marked the largest federal investment in the arts in the history of the country. Tens of thousands of artists and artisans across the country produced some 2,500 murals, 100,000 easel paintings, 17,000 sculptures, and 200,000 prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow should we understand the history and legacy of the New Deal art programmes today? Marshalling new scholarship and original research, \u003cem\u003eNew Deal Art\u003c\/em\u003e highlights the contributions of a diverse range of women, immigrant, working class, Indigenous, Black, Asian, Jewish, Latinx and LGBTQ+ artists. While previous studies have focused on the personalities and politics of government administrators, this book offers a 'history from below' that stresses the role of artists as activists through collective efforts such as the Artists Union and the American Artists Congress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt explores topics that traditionally fall outside the purview of art history: art as therapy in prisons and hospitals, children's art, community art centres and art education, and the place of handicrafts and applied arts. Above all, \u003cem\u003eNew Deal Art\u003c\/em\u003e centres the question of art and democracy: What if art was treated as a natural resource to which all citizens had an equal right?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47082305749228,"sku":"9780500205020","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/505de686802bdf84ced24484a6435b3d.jpg?v=1765312401"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/john-p-murphy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}