No punches are pulled in this fascinating biography that covers the life
and work of the prolific artist George Bellows. Having spent most of his
adult life in New York City, Bellows left behind an extraordinary body
of work that captures life in this dynamic city: bustling street scenes,
ringside views of boxing matches, and boys diving and swimming in the
East River. Art reproductions and photographs from his youth round out
the book.
Praise for George Bellows
STARRED REVIEW
Upbeat prose, photographs, and reproductions of George Bellows's
paintings provide an insightful homage to the urban artist and athlete.
Burleigh places readers right in the moment.
--Publishers Weekly, starred review
"The book's excellent reproductions of Bellows' work will excite young
readers and budding artists. A fine portrait of an artist not on
everyone's radar but whose work can be readily understood and
appreciated by youngsters." --Kirkus Reviews
Veteran biographer Burleigh breathes a great deal of vitality into
Bellows' short but significant life and career. Accompanied by Bellows'
striking and powerful works, this is an artist bio that, like its
subject, packs a punch.
--Booklist
Burleigh tells Bellows's story with immediacy and with a firm grasp of
his audience, striking the right balance of broad stroke and detail.
Burleigh's admiration of his subject comes through loud and strong and
infectiously. And there are handsome reproductions of Bellows's
work...This impressive book captures the connection between the man and
the world he observed during his short life. A new generation of young
urban observers will be grateful.
--New York Times
This is a beautifully illustrated biography of painter George Bellows.
Bellows found his inspiration in the working class, including the gritty
night life of the city... Burleigh adds to the interest of the story
through direct quotes that are well-documented.
--Library Media Connection
Burleigh is an enthusiastic and adept tour guide through Bellows's New
York milieu. Crisp reproductions coordinate closely with the text, so
readers will easily connect*...*
--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Award
Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC) Choices 2013 list - The Arts
2013 ALA/ALSC Notable Book
