This illustrated book invites young readers to embark on an adventure through the eyes of a child visiting a contemporary art museum for the first time. Through vivid storytelling, it unveils pivotal moments in Xu Bing’s life where language, writing, and artistic innovation collide.
As the protagonist navigates the museum’s wonders, readers are prompted to ponder grand questions that challenge conventional thinking:
- What defines art?
- How do artists see the world differently?
- Who gets to decide what counts as “art”?
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By transforming Xu Bing’s intellectually demanding artworks into playful, relatable narratives, this picture book dismantles cultural barriers and empowers children to examine the essence of language and communication through the lens of contemporary art. It sparks curiosity, urging young minds to embrace ambiguity and venture into uncharted realms of thought.
- What defines art?
- How do artists see the world differently?
- Who gets to decide what counts as “art”?
…
By transforming Xu Bing’s intellectually demanding artworks into playful, relatable narratives, this picture book dismantles cultural barriers and empowers children to examine the essence of language and communication through the lens of contemporary art. It sparks curiosity, urging young minds to embrace ambiguity and venture into uncharted realms of thought.
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