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1992., Duke University Press Call No: 701.18 L955s Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Summary Note: At the outset, Luke states that his book is a "collection of politically grounded critiques about art." With a keen eye, he examines exhibitions in the context of the political arena, seeking to illustrate how "artistic codes and aesthetic displays can create new currents of social, political, economic, and cultural meaning." Citing examples of works by specific artists and exhibits, Luke takes the reader on a verbally visual trek from the myth-vision of the Old American West, the new Southwest, up to and through the burgeoning power of Japan and other post-World War II influences. While Luke admits his interpretations are contestable, his insightful and often incisive views illustrate how inextricably power, politics, ideology, and art are interwoven into our lives. This is recommended for academic libraries, and any collections with a strong interest in art writing, critical theory, and cultural politics.
