Artists'' book of texts and limited images. "A sidesplitting chronicle of the inescapable influence of our nation''s 37th president, Richard M. Nixon, on one of the art world''s liveliest mavericks, Jeffrey Vallance, this BüK is a must-read for all Americans and lovers of humor. ... [details]
Artists'' book containing essay with one color photographic image."Certifiable pop icon Liberace (1919–87) cultivated good taste and bad taste in equal parts—and often to disastrous effect. MacArthur Award-winning critic Dave Hickey explores the meaning behind the mixed message of Las Vegas''s most famous citizen. ... [details]
Republication of Jonathan Swift's humorous and infamous essay "A Modest Proposal." "Hunger, poverty, overpopulation– society's ills have changed little since 1729 when renowned satirist and author of Gulliver's Travels, Jonathan Swift, posited a novel solutions to Ireland's pressing problems: use children as food! Radical, fascinating and as relevant as the day as it was written. ... [details]
A reference book by Richard Grossman cataloging humorous words in the English language. [details]
"The sanctity of Washington''s National Mall is up for grabs. Where some see a potent symbol of democracy, others see vacant real estate waiting for development. Distinguished art critic Christopher Knight explores the destruction of the single greatest artistic monument to America''s founding principles. ... [details]