This is the true story of a great artist, a determined immigrant, and an outstanding teacher. It is the story of self-discipline in the face of abuse, poverty, and bitter discrimination. It is the story of one man's passion for realizing his own artistic potential. It is the story of a starving artist, with a difference. It has a happy ending.
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Integrating life in a new country can be difficult,
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This review is from: Emil Holzhauer: Portrait of an Artist (Paperback)
Portrait of an Artist is a very relaxed read yet one that stirs emotions as Emil Holzhauer struggles with a new culture and language after his immigration to America. The story depicts life in the times of Robert Henri, George Belows, Arthur Davis and other early 20th century artists. It is a story of romance, courage, and prejudice. As in the case of many immigrants Holzhauer must fine a new life while still remaining very involved with his family and friends in the old world. In his later years Holzhauer becomes a professor in a small southern college. At one point he is outraged by the bigotry he encounters after discovering a very talented young black artist. When he retires from the college he moves to an area in Florida, which he has discovered in his travels. Here he marries for the third time and finds a life of happiness and contentment. He lives next to Audrey Edwards who becomes his very good friend. She is intrigued by stories of his life. After interviews with many more people from his past she writes this charming biography. This is the type of book that makes a long car ride or plane trip pass quickly.
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Emil Holzhauer:The Portrait of an Artist,
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This review is from: Emil Holzhauer: Portrait of an Artist (Paperback)
Portrait of an Artist is a very relaxed read yet one that stirs emotions as Emil Holzhauer struggles with a new culture and language after his immigration to America. The story depicts life in the times of Robert Henri, George Belows, Arthur Davis and other early 20th century artists. It is a story of romance, courage, and prejudice. As in the case of many immigrants Holzhauer must fine a new life while still remaining very involved with his family and friends in the old world. In his later years Holzhauer becomes a professor in a small southern college. At one point he is outraged by the bigotry he encounters after discovering a very talented young black artist. When he retires from the college he moves to an area in Florida, which he has discovered in his travels. Here he marries for the third time and finds a life of happiness and contentment. He lives next to Audrey Edwards who becomes his very good friend. She is intrigued by stories of his life. After interviews with many more people from his past she writes this charming biography. This is the type of book that makes a long trip pass too quickly.
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