12th Mar, 2025 10:00
The Fine Collectors Sale
W. J. T Mitchell, THe Last Dinosaur Book, Stephen J. Gould's Copy
First edition. 321pp. 1 vols. 8vo. Inscribed by the author "For Steven This was written to you, warm regards Tim Mitchell" with card printed 'FROM THE LIBRARY OF Stephen Jay Gould'
W. J. T. Mitchell (b. 1942) is a distinguished scholar and theorist, best known for his work in visual culture, literary theory, and media studies. He is a professor of English and Art History at the University of Chicago, where his research bridges the intersections of images, texts, and ideology. Mitchell has made significant contributions to understanding how visual and verbal media shape cultural narratives and human perception. His influential books, such as *Iconology* and *Picture Theory*, explore the complex relationship between words and images. A provocative and interdisciplinary thinker, Mitchell’s work has inspired discourse across art, literature, and cultural studies. His critical insights into symbolism, imagery, and representation have earned him widespread acclaim, marking him as a pioneer in the study of visual culture.
The Last Dinosaur Book (1998) by W. J. T. Mitchell examines the enduring cultural fascination with dinosaurs and their transformation into powerful symbols of modern imagination. Combining art history, cultural analysis, and media studies, Mitchell explores how dinosaurs have been portrayed in science, popular media, and consumer culture, from museum exhibits to blockbuster films.
First edition. 321pp. 1 vols. 8vo. Inscribed by the author "For Steven This was written to you, warm regards Tim Mitchell" with card printed 'FROM THE LIBRARY OF Stephen Jay Gould'
W. J. T. Mitchell (b. 1942) is a distinguished scholar and theorist, best known for his work in visual culture, literary theory, and media studies. He is a professor of English and Art History at the University of Chicago, where his research bridges the intersections of images, texts, and ideology. Mitchell has made significant contributions to understanding how visual and verbal media shape cultural narratives and human perception. His influential books, such as *Iconology* and *Picture Theory*, explore the complex relationship between words and images. A provocative and interdisciplinary thinker, Mitchell’s work has inspired discourse across art, literature, and cultural studies. His critical insights into symbolism, imagery, and representation have earned him widespread acclaim, marking him as a pioneer in the study of visual culture.
The Last Dinosaur Book (1998) by W. J. T. Mitchell examines the enduring cultural fascination with dinosaurs and their transformation into powerful symbols of modern imagination. Combining art history, cultural analysis, and media studies, Mitchell explores how dinosaurs have been portrayed in science, popular media, and consumer culture, from museum exhibits to blockbuster films.
Auction: The Fine Collectors Sale, 12th Mar, 2025
