Frances Spalding Livres

The definitive and authorised biography of Vanessa Bell.

John Minton (1917-57) was an artist, a Bohemian and, in his own lifetime, a myth. By the early 1950s he had become the most admired and influential illustrator of his day. Frances Spalding's account of Minton's life and work makes use of letters, articles and revue sketches by Minton himself.

An introduction to the work of James McNeill Whistler.

The life of the painter and designer Duncan Grant spanned great changes in society and art, from Edwardian Britain to the 1970s, from Alma-Tadema to Gilbert and George.

An overview tracing the development of British art and examining the careers of influential artists such as John Singer Sargent, Vanessa Bell, and David Hockney.

At the beginning of the twentieth century, the Bloomsbury Group transformed British culture with their innovative approach to art, design and society. In this book Frances Spalding presents their fascinating biographies, all of which are illustrated with paintings and intimate photographs created by members of the group.

Traces the career of the nineteenth-century English art critic and painter, who associated with the Bloomsbury group, Picasso, and Bernard Shaw

Exploring the life and work of Virginia Woolf, this book presents a poignant collection of her letters, offering intimate insights into her thoughts and relationships with loved ones. Through her correspondence, readers gain a deeper understanding of her literary journey, personal struggles, and the influences that shaped her iconic writing. The letters reflect her creative process and the emotional landscape of a groundbreaking novelist, making it a compelling read for fans of Woolf and literary history alike.