The Secret Lives of Color by Kassia St Clair - Art & Design Book
Discover the Fascinating History Behind 75 Colors
The Secret Lives of Color by Kassia St Clair is a captivating journey through the hidden stories of seventy-five shades, dyes, and hues that have shaped human civilization. This beautifully written book reveals how color has influenced art, fashion, politics, and culture throughout history.
What Makes This Book Special
- 75 Color Stories: From Van Gogh's chrome yellow sunflowers to punk's fluorescent pink, each shade has a unique tale
- Rich Historical Context: Learn how brown changed battlefield tactics, white protected against plague, and purple became the color of emperors
- Art & Culture Insights: Explore Picasso's blue period, the charcoal at Lascaux cave walls, and the evolution of blonde to ginger hair dyes
- Beautifully Illustrated: A visual feast that brings color history to life
- Perfect Gift: Ideal for artists, designers, history buffs, and anyone fascinated by the world around them
Inside The Secret Lives of Color
Author Kassia St Clair transforms her lifelong obsession with pigments and dyes into an extraordinary study of human history. Each chapter unveils surprising connections between color and civilization—from scarlet women to imperial purple, acid yellow to kelly green.
Who Will Love This Book
- Artists and designers seeking color inspiration
- History enthusiasts curious about cultural evolution
- Interior decorators and fashion lovers
- Students of art history and design
- Anyone who appreciates beautifully crafted non-fiction
Book Details
- Author: Kassia St Clair
- Publisher: Penguin Random House
- Format: Hardcover/Paperback
- ISBN: 9780143131144
- Perfect for: Coffee table display, thoughtful gifting, personal library
Same-day delivery available in Rochester, NY. Order this stunning art and design book today and discover how color tells the vivid story of our culture.