Topics on Art Surrealism Symbols and Meaning

Topics on Art Surrealism: Symbols and MeaningTopics on Art Surrealism Symbols and Meaning - What the Symbolists Have to Say, by the eminent connoisseur of art, Theodore Drach; this is a superb book on art symbols and meaning. This book can be very educational for students of art. For students who are already in high school or for students who are in their first or second year of college, this book will help them develop an understanding of the nature of art.The book has been translated into Italian language. It is a much longer work than the other Surrealist Symbols and Meaning, by the famous artist, Giorgio de Chirico. The reader can easily read this longer work as it does not include digressions that most short essays do. It is interesting to read this long work as it gives a proper introduction on the concept of art symbolism.The author of the book, Theodore Drach, as a poet, wrote the essay in order to explain the definition of a poem. He states the difference between a poem and a story. It also explains the different types of poems. The essay on this topic is very interesting. It goes into detail and dissects each of the different types of poems that he explains.The author writes that a story is actually a sequence of words and images. He explains the style of telling a story and what makes a great story interesting. The essay is a good introduction to the subject of art and its symbolism.The author of the book, describes what constitutes a great artist and how to develop one. In a sense, the book explains what a great artist is and how to develop one. It does not only define a great artist but also provides a deeper knowledge of the essence of an artistand its creativity.The subject of symbolism is explained in detail. The author describes how art symbols and meaning are used in art and how they are associated with one another. It discusses the meaning of a symbol and how these meanings change over time. The essay discusses both the old and new symbolisms and illustrates how the past and present influence the present and future.There are some ancient symbols, such as the star and the wheel, that were part of the religion of the world and were never a part of modern art and so had no significance in modern art. The meanings of these old symbols may not be seen anymore but still have an effect on the symbols used today. Some symbols also have a cultural significance in some societies and were never part of the modern art.The author of the book, makes a novel approach in describing the nature of art. It also explains the symbolic value of art and the importance of art in an individual's life. The book gives an insight into the nature of art. This book is a must read for any student of art.