{"title":"Shirin Neshat","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating world of \u003cem\u003eShirin Neshat\u003c\/em\u003e in our collection dedicated to this renowned Iranian visual artist, filmmaker, and author. Known for her evocative exploration of themes such as gender, identity, and cultural dynamics, Shirin Neshat's work transcends traditional boundaries, offering profound insights into the complexities of the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this thoughtfully curated collection, you will find engaging works like \u003cem\u003eNeshat-isms\u003c\/em\u003e, which offers a unique glimpse into Neshat's perspectives and reflections. Her creations are known for their striking imagery and poignant narratives, making them an indispensable addition to any art and culture enthusiast's library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShirin Neshat's contributions to contemporary art and culture have been celebrated worldwide, captivating audiences with her fearless inquiry into personal and political realms. By exploring her works, readers can appreciate the intricate layers of meaning that Neshat artfully weaves through her storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-time admirer or new to her work, this collection serves as an invitation to delve deeper into the compelling world of Shirin Neshat, where the power of art meets the profound exploration of identity and society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"neshat-isms-by-shirin-neshat-9780691254630","title":"Neshat-isms","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNeshat-isms\u003c\/i\u003e is an exciting collection of quotations from award-winning Iranian-American visual artist and filmmaker Shirin Neshat. Her experiences of loss and grief as an Iranian woman living in exile are central themes of her work in photography, video, and film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe is known for her outspoken advocacy for Iranian women and human rights, and for poetic and politically charged images and narratives that raise questions about power, religion, race, and gender. Gathered from interviews, talks, and writings, these powerful and thought-provoking quotations showcase the voice of one of the most important artists of our time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Through my work I have continued to defy and resist the Western cliched image of Iranian women as passive victims. While acknowledging the repressive situation in Iran, I have continued to represent Iranian women as empowered, courageous, defiant, and rebellious.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Every Iranian artist, in one form or another, is political. Politics has defined our lives.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I've done a lot of work about women in a state of madness, where ultimately they find a kind of freedom.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'You can't demystify a myth.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47082304766188,"sku":"9780691254630","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2c6766f7304f159618921c2255c4eebd.jpg?v=1773004343"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/shirin-neshat.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}