The Story of Red

By (author) Katy Kelleher

$19.95

Publishing 16th Feb 2027

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Blood and lust. Cardinal capes and sultry cosmetics. Fire and brimstone, warning signs, wine. Rubens’ robes, Rothko’s panels, Santa Claus’s suit. This sumptuous book explores the story of red, with an essay that traces its shifting meanings from ancient history to present day and a gallery section showcasing the color in all its forms and shades. A beautiful gift for art lovers, designers and anyone who wants to understand how their favorite color came to be.

About the Author

Katy Kelleher is an art, design, nature and science writer. She is the author of The Ugly History of Beautiful Things (2024). Her essays on color have been published in The Awl and The Paris Review, where she wrote a popular column on color for years. Katy lives in Maine, USA.

Specifications

Publisher: Hoxton Mini Press
ISBN: 9781917719469
Publish date: 16th Feb 2027
Binding: Hardback
Territory: USA & Canada
Size: 5.1 in x 7.1 in
Pages: 208 Pages
Illustrations: 150 color
Name of series: Colour Stories

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