A revelation of the art and mind of a unique artist lost and alone in the world of nature, this beautiful book records Anderson's experiences on one of the barrier islands in the Gulf of Mexico over a period of twenty years. Revised edition.

A revelation of the art and mind of a unique artist alone in the world of nature

In this new biography, Maurer explores the troubled life of one of America's most prolific and idiosyncratic artists.

Robert St. John and Anthony Thaxton have produced a beautiful new volume of art and family stories highlighting the prolific and reclusive Walter Inglis Anderson. It is a stunning collection filled with beautiful imagery and writings from an artist some critics have called "America's Van Gogh." Though featured in countless books and exhibitions (including a 2003 retrospective show at the Smithsonian Institution on the centennial of his birth), Walter Anderson has not yet achieved his deserved place in American art history. This book shines light on all the facets of Anderson's unbelievable output and presents a thoughtful progression of his life and art.With complete access to the Anderson family archives and the vaults of the Walter Anderson Museum of Art, this comprehensive volume brings together much of the artist's finest work as well as paintings and photographs which have never before been published. Also included with the purchase of this book are complimentary download links to the acclaimed documentary film and soundtrack. Walter Anderson: The Extraordinary Life and Art of The Islander is an eye-opening and inspiring book to be treasured and dipped into again and again.

The letters of the alphabet are featured in linoleum block prints by the Mississippi artist, Walter Anderson.

An enchanting story for both children and adults about a stray cat transformed by a saucer of magical milk into a musical prodigy who performs at Carnegie Hall. Second printing.

Before The Horn Island Logs of Walter Anderson, the islander came ashore. An explorer as well as an artist, Walter Anderson consistently kept logs and created artwork on his journeys. Whether he was walking through China toward Tibet, sailing a small boat out to camp on a wilderness island, or bicycling two thousand miles, his travels are fascinating and paint an image of a unique life. The Bicycle Logs of Walter Anderson give an extraordinary opportunity to look through the eyes of an artist as he is becoming an artist. Through this extensive collection of mostly never-before-seen art and writings, we can travel along with him on his adventures and share in his intense love of life. Walter's son, John G. Anderson, sets the Logs in context with historical events to show what was happening in his life when each one was being written. Because these logs span his whole life, they provide a complete timeline and give readers an opportunity to understand him better by reading his own words and looking through his eyes. By revealing why he lived, this book opens the door to exciting new questions about him and about his world. 300 pages, hardcover.