Magritte/Torczyner
René Magritte
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Magritte/Torczyner
Published
1994
Publisher
H.N. Abrams
Pages
159
ISBN-10
0810925680
Description
Rene Magritte (1898-1967) did not keep copies of his letters, nor did he generally save those he received. But Harry Torczyner, Magritte's confidant, friend, and attorney, cherished the letters he received from the great Belgian Surrealist artist between 1957 and 1967, and kept them all - along with duplicates of his own responses. Here, selections from this lively correspondence are reproduced and set in context by Torczyner's notes. In his letters, Magritte dealt candidly with the daily concerns of his art. He revealed the workings of his own creative process in words and, frequently, in drawings. Although they belonged to different worlds, Magritte the painter and Torczyner the lawyer shared similar mental inclinations and a vivid curiosity. They were both hostile to obligatory sentiments; boredom was deemed to be the supreme menace, and they remained mutually critical in their correspondence and in their encounters - while remaining friends. The Magritte-Torczyner connection had its special tone, which this book faithfully reflects. Illustrated with reproductions of paintings mentioned in the letters, as well as with personal photographs of both men, this intriguing book offers fresh insights into the last ten years of Magritte's life and work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Magritte/Torczyner?
This edition of Magritte/Torczyner has approximately 159 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Magritte/Torczyner?
For most readers, Magritte/Torczyner typically takes between 3h 19m and 2h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 39,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 39m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 39,750 words
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What is the word count of Magritte/Torczyner?
The estimated word count for Magritte/Torczyner is approximately 39,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Magritte/Torczyner?
Magritte/Torczyner was written by René Magritte.
When was Magritte/Torczyner published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1994. The original work may have been published on a different date.