Turbulence: A Log Book (Hardcover)

by Henrik Drescher (Author) "in THE Beginning The EARTh was ocean..." (more)

Editorial Reviews

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Although best known as a highly regarded children's book illustrator, Drescher squarely aims this elegantly designed artist's book at adults, and sophisticated adults at that. He offers a loose interpretation of the Hindu myth of creation, bracketing it with a vague narrative about a traveler setting off on the "ocean of bliss" and throwing in a passage depicting a "perpetual emotion machine." All that seems just an excuse to allow Drescher to display his unruly imagination and masterly graphic skills. Incorporating a vast array of techniques, from pen-and-ink and watercolor to photocollage, typography, and even die-cut cover and interior pages, Drescher dazzles with his craft and creativity. Chaotic and intense, the brief volume packs a visceral wallop before ending on a placid, nautical note. Those who have long appreciated the idiosyncratic approach of Drescher's books for kids should take a look at this challenging work for an older audience. Gordon Flagg
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BOOKLIST
Although best known as a highly regarded children's book illustrator, Drescher squarely aims this elegantly designed artist's book at adults, and sophisticated adults at that. He offers a loose interpretation of the Hindu myth of creation, bracketing it with a vague narrative about a traveler setting off on the "ocean of bliss" and throwing in a passage depicting a "perpetual emotion machine." All that seems just an excuse to allow Drescher to display his unruly imagination and masterly graphic skills. Incorporating a vast array of techniques, from pen-and-ink and watercolor to photocollage, typography, and even die-cut cover and interior pages, Drescher dazzles with his craft and creativity. Chaotic and intense, the brief volume packs a visceral wallop before ending on a placid, nautical note. Those who have long appreciated the idiosyncratic approach of Drescher's books for kids should take a look at this challenging work for an older audience.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 80 pages
• Publisher: Chronicle Books (August 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811828700
• ISBN-13: 978-0811828703
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 6.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #987,742 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating but, April 24, 2004

By	Zoe (SW, New Mexico) - See all my reviews

Henrik Drescher is an amazingly talented man and this book certainly is evidence of both his skill and creativity. However, I find more and more I want books to endure more than one read or more than one view. After I went through the book once, I found it languished on my shelf. It is nonetheless worth that one long view.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars inside an artist's head, December 3, 2001

By	S. Julia S. "lulu-jules" (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews

i was not able to really follow the story, and that was a little frustrating, but i came away grateful that i had the opportunity to glance into the most personal depths of a man's mind.
drescher's images conjure up dark feelings, yet they are fascinating in their seeming honesty.
I recommend this book for people who enjoy personal looks at artists.

5.0 out of 5 stars Little Log Book with Great Big Art, July 22, 2004

By	R. Gordon "renzntzman" (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This was a fantastic recent find at a used bookstore. The art is amazing. The story...so-so. I bought it for the art. Visually stunning, Henrik Drescher is someone I'm going to pay attention to in the future.