Illuminating Wisdom: Words of Wisdom, Works of Art - Hardcover

Hassed, Craig

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1925335356 ISBN 13: 9781925335354

Publisher: Exisle Publishing, 2017

Synopsis

Illuminating Wisdom brings art and wisdom together in a beautiful celebration of some of the world's most inspiring philosophical, spiritual and literary quotes. Approximately 80 quotes have been drawn from some of the great wisdom and literary traditions of both East and West, as well as from inspiring people throughout history noted for their practical wisdom. These quotes have been set to exquisite calligraphy by Deirdre Hassed, a leading professional calligrapher, in a range of styles - from the traditional to the contemporary, and making use of many and varied techniques such as gilding, collage, work on glass, letterpress and linoprinting. Accompanying each artwork is text by Craig Hassed, an international expert in mindfulness, that provides background on the quote's author, explores the wisdom tradition to which it belongs, and offers deep insight into the meaning of the quote. The result is a book that is both a work of art and a collection of wisdom that will educate and inspire.

About this title

About the Author:

Deirdre Hassed trained in calligraphy and bookbinding and now operates a professional calligraphy studio. Drawing on both traditional and contemporary techniques, Deirdre’s life-long interest in Eastern and Western philosophy provides a rich reservoir of meaning, which she brings to life both in her calligraphic works and her home environment.

Associate Professor Craig Hassed works at the Department of General Practice and is coordinator of mindfulness programs at Monash University. His teaching, research and clinical interests include mindfulness-based stress management, mind–body medicine, meditation, health promotion, integrative medicine and medical ethics. Craig is regularly invited to speak and run courses in Australia and overseas in health, professional and educational contexts. He was the founding president of the Australian Teachers of Meditation Association and is a regular media commentator. He writes regularly for medical journals and has published eleven books, as well as featuring in the documentary The Connection. Craig has a long-term interest in philosophy and the world’s great wisdom traditions.

Review:

"contains a collection of wise sayings from a variety of traditions beautifully illustrated. It's a great example of an entirely harmonious work of art, and one can only be grateful that works of this nature are produced and have their influence." - Stoicism

"when combined with calligraphy - the art of beautiful writing - words of wisdom can sometimes subvert our intellectual defences and exert a profound effect on us.” - Good Reading

“A literary and philosophical objet d’art of the greatest integrity and beauty.” - The West Australian

"Rendered in beautiful, multi-styled calligraphy, the wise words are artful, the art insightful, inspirational, and appealing to all.” - Foreword

About this edition

• Publisher: Exisle Publishing
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1925335356
• ISBN 13: 9781925335354
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 160