The lonely city
Book • 2016
In 'The Lonely City', Olivia Laing delves into the concept of loneliness, using her personal experiences in New York City as a backdrop.
She explores the works of artists like Edward Hopper, Andy Warhol, and David Wojnarowicz, examining how they expressed loneliness in their art.
The book is a blend of memoir, art appreciation, and cultural critique, offering a profound exploration of what it means to be alone in a crowded city.
She explores the works of artists like Edward Hopper, Andy Warhol, and David Wojnarowicz, examining how they expressed loneliness in their art.
The book is a blend of memoir, art appreciation, and cultural critique, offering a profound exploration of what it means to be alone in a crowded city.
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