Eddy, Arthur Jerome,  1859-1920 <br/><br/>
Recollections and impressions of James A. McNeill Whistler 

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<br/><br/> Release date is 2022-07-02 
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<br/><br/> "Recollections and Impressions of James A. McNeill Whistler" by Arthur Jerome Eddy is a collection of personal reminiscences and reflections written in the early 20th century. The book pays tribute to the influential painter James A. McNeill Whistler, offering insights into his life, relationships, and artistic philosophy. The narrative combines biography with artistic critique, showcasing both the man behind the art and the unique qualities that made his work significant.  The opening portion introduces Whistler’s struggles for recognition within the art world, particularly in the context of American art criticism and international tariffs affecting artists. It includes notable anecdotes highlighting Whistler's disdain for the lack of appreciation from his own country and his bitterness towards American critics and audiences who favored ridicule over support. The narrative also offers glimpses into Whistler's character—described as both irritable and deeply artistic—as well as his complex background, hinting at themes of identity and cultural belonging as woven throughout his life and work. (This is an automatically generated summary.) 
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<br/><br/><label>LCCN: </label>03031473 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Index Terms: </label>Whistler, James McNeill, 1834-1903 Painters -- United States -- 19th century -- Biography 
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>ND