The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser (eBook, ePUB) - Beardsley, Aubrey
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In 'The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser' by Aubrey Beardsley, readers are transported to the medieval German legend of the noble knight Tannhäuser and his encounter with the goddess Venus. The book is a reinterpretation of a classic tale, showcasing Beardsley's unique blend of decadent and erotic themes with intricate black and white illustrations, reflecting the author's Art Nouveau style. Beardsley's work is situated within the Aesthetic movement, known for its emphasis on beauty and art for art's sake, making this book a prime example of the movement's influence on literature and art in the…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
In 'The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser' by Aubrey Beardsley, readers are transported to the medieval German legend of the noble knight Tannhäuser and his encounter with the goddess Venus. The book is a reinterpretation of a classic tale, showcasing Beardsley's unique blend of decadent and erotic themes with intricate black and white illustrations, reflecting the author's Art Nouveau style. Beardsley's work is situated within the Aesthetic movement, known for its emphasis on beauty and art for art's sake, making this book a prime example of the movement's influence on literature and art in the late 19th century. Through his vivid imagery and lyrical prose, Beardsley creates a mesmerizing and otherworldly experience for the reader, inviting them to delve into the world of myth and sensuality.
Autorenporträt
Aubrey Beardsley, an English illustrator and author, was born on August 21, 1872, and died tragically young at the age of 25 on March 16, 1898, from tuberculosis. Despite his brief career, he made a significant impact on the aesthetics of the late 19th century, especially the Art Nouveau movement. Beardsley's distinct style of black ink drawings, characterized by an erotic and often grotesque flavor, was innovative and controversial, earning him both admirers and critics. His work includes illustrations for Oscar Wilde's play 'Salome' and the English literary periodical 'The Yellow Book.' One of Beardsley's rare ventures into authorship is 'The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser' (also known as 'Under the Hill'), an unfinished erotic novel infused with the decadence synonymous with his artistic vision. The narrative, which wraps sexual fantasy in mythical clothing, mirrors Beardsley's own fusion of the sensual and the fantastical in his artwork, and although not as widely recognized as his illustrations, it offers significant insight into his unique creative temperament, straddling the line between the sensuous and the satirical. Beardsley's contribution to literature and art remains influential, and his work continues to be studied for its singular blend of the macabre and the beautiful.