The Group of Seven and Tom Thomson: An Introduction

Willowdale, ON, and Buffalo. NY: Firefly Books, 1995. 64 pages, illustrations (some colour), map, portraits; 24 cm. Near fine. Firm binding, clean inside copy. Light edgewear to wraps, age toning. "For decades, the paintings of the Group of Seven have been instantly familiar to Canadians. But in the early part of the 20th century, these artists were engaged in a struggle for acceptance, mocked by critics and the public alike. Who were the Group of Seven? In 'The Group of Seven and Tom Thomson,' author Anne Newlands explores the ambitions and visions of this unique cast of characters, capturing the cultural and historical realities of their time and bringing to life their artistic response to the Canadian wilderness. Writing with insight and enthusiasm, Newlands offers us an informative introduction to the lives and work of the artists who have come to symbolize the Canadian spirit. / Anne Newlands works as an art educator at the National Gallery of Canada. She is author of 'Canadian Art: From Its Beginnings to 2000' and 'Emily Carr: An Introduction to Her Life and Art.'" - Publisher. CONTENTS: Turn-of-the-century Toronto; Who were the Group of Seven?; The need to be different; How did they meet?; The Arts and Letters Club; Introducing Lawren Harris; Urban scenes and industry; The Scandinavian influence; A. Y. Jackson moves to Toronto; Places to paint in the city; Friendships and exchanges; From panel to canvas; Arthur Lismer discovers the north; Portrait of an artist; Algonquin Park: autumn 1914; MacDonald battles the critics; Years of tragedy; The artists reunite; Meet Franklin Carmichael; They form the Group of Seven; Georgian Bay; Algoma country; Lake Superior; Rural harmony; The effects of industry; The Rocky Mountains; Portraits; To the Arctic and beyond; After the group disbands; Sketching grounds.. 1st. Paperback. Very Good. 8vo.