{"title":"Zara Anishanslin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the insightful works of Zara Anishanslin, a renowned historian and author whose explorations in arts and culture captivate readers globally. Zara Anishanslin is celebrated for her unique ability to interweave historical narratives with cultural insights, making complex subjects accessible and engaging for a diverse audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe Painter's Fire\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a remarkable contribution to understanding the nuances of artistic expression and its broader cultural implications. This book, part of our Arts \u0026amp; Culture category, offers an enthralling journey into the world of art, shedding light on the intricate relationships between artists, their work, and the socio-historical contexts in which they flourish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnishanslin's works are treasured for their scholarly depth and captivating prose, making them a perfect choice for readers who relish exploring the intersections of history, art, and cultural identity. Dive into her compelling narratives and discover a world where painted canvases ignite historical debates and artistic practices illuminate the complexities of societal developments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an avid art lover, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about cultural stories that shape our understanding of the past, Zara Anishanslin's books are sure to enrich your reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-painters-fire-by-zara-anishanslin-9780674290235","title":"The Painter's Fire","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTold through the lives of three remarkable artists devoted to the pursuit of liberty, an illuminating new history of the ideals that fired the American Revolution.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe war that we now call the American Revolution was not only fought in the colonies with muskets and bayonets. On both sides of the Atlantic, artists armed with paint, canvas, and wax played an integral role in forging revolutionary ideals. Zara Anishanslin charts the intertwined lives of three such figures who dared to defy the British monarchy: Robert Edge Pine, Prince Demah, and Patience Wright. From London to Boston, from Jamaica to Paris, from Bath to Philadelphia, these largely forgotten patriots boldly risked their reputations and their lives to declare independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMostly excluded from formal political or military power, these artists and their circles fired salvos against the king on the walls of the Royal Academy as well as on the battlefields of North America. They used their talents to inspire rebellion, define American patriotism, and fashion a new political culture, often alongside more familiar revolutionary figures such as Benjamin Franklin and Phillis Wheatley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePine, an award-winning British artist rumored to be of African descent, infused massive history paintings with politics and eventually emigrated to the young United States. Demah, the first identifiable enslaved portrait painter in America, was Pine's pupil in London before self-emancipating and enlisting to fight for the Patriot cause. Wright, a Long Island–born wax sculptor who became a sensation in London, loudly advocated for revolution while acting as an informal patriot spy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIlluminating a transatlantic and cosmopolitan world of revolutionary fervour, \u003cem\u003eThe Painter's Fire\u003c\/em\u003e reveals an extraordinary cohort whose experiences testify to both the promise and the limits of liberty in the founding era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"John Wiley and Sons Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46795473584364,"sku":"9780674290235","price":66.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1404233482428.jpg?v=1757032384"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/zara-anishanslin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}