Landscapes

«Landscapes» — a collection of brilliant essays and memories covering more than half a century of the literary activity of the Englishman John Berger (1926–2017), whose main interest in life has always been art. Complementing the previous collection, «Portraits», the book serves as a kind of guide to a world not only — and not so much — of real, but rather aesthetic and intellectual landscapes that have shaped the author's unique worldview. Once again, we encounter not only an outstanding art critic but also an eloquent storyteller, a keen observer, an author of sharp aphorisms, and a bold critic standing on Marxist positions. Challenging the reader to rethink stereotypical notions about the role of creativity in human life, Berger speaks about artistic movements and individual figures in art within a broad historical perspective, while never losing sight of the socio-political context. He sincerely wishes for people to realize: «Art should serve as inspiration, not consolation».