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BLAST No. 1

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BLAST No. 1 is a collection of art, poetry, and manifestos curated by various authors and artists. The book's bold and experimental design sets it apart from traditional literary magazines, reflecting the avant-garde spirit of the early 20th century literary and artistic movement known as Vorticism.

The content featured in BLAST No. 1 is eclectic and thought-provoking, ranging from the abstract paintings of Wyndham Lewis to the provocative writings of T.S. Eliot. The juxtaposition of different art forms creates a dynamic and stimulating reading experience, challenging readers to think outside the box and engage with the work in a new way.

Overall, BLAST No. 1 is a groundbreaking publication that pushes boundaries and defies conventions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of modern art and literature, as well as those looking to expand their creative horizons.

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BLAST, edited by Wyndham Lewis and subtitled 'Review of the Great British Vortex', was the magazine of the short-lived Vorticist movement in British art. Influenced by Cubism and Futurism, and Imagism in literature, the Vorticists embraced all things modern and veered towards abstraction. The first issue of BLAST was published, with its distinctive puce cover and bold typography, on 20 June 1914, but within weeks war had broken out in Europe. The Vorticists held an exhibition at the Doré Gallery in London in 1915 and a second issue of BLAST was published, but the movement did not survive the war. BLAST No. 1 includes the Vorticist Manifesto, with their blasts and blesses of all and sundry in British art, and several pieces by Wyndham Lewis, including his play 'Enemy of the Stars'. Other notable contributions include 'The Saddest Story' by Ford Maddox Hueffer , which would later become the first chapter of 'The Good Soldier', and a short story by Rebecca West, her first published work. BLAST No. 1 also published black and white illustrations of artwork by Wyndham Lewis, Edward Wadsworth, Frederick Etchells, W. Roberts, Jacob Epstein, Gaudier Brzewska, Cuthbert Hamilton and Spencer Gore. These include some of the first abstract paintings to be produced by British artists.


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