Horizon A Magazine Of The Arts January 1962 Volume IV No 3 Michelangelo Cover
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This exquisite 1962 edition of Horizon serves as a high-water mark for mid-century cultural journalism, featuring a stunning cover detail of Michelangelo’s Delphic Sibyl from the Sistine Chapel. Bound in its iconic hardcloth cover, this volume is a must-have for collectors of art history and fans of intellectual mid-century periodicals.
Table of Contents Highlights
The Vatican: An extensive 22-page feature by Alfred Werner on the treasures of the Holy See.
Communications Satellites: A forward-looking piece by legendary sci-fi author Arthur C. Clarke.
An Interview with Glenn Gould: A rare, deep dive with the eccentric piano virtuoso.
Total Revolution in the Novel: Critical analysis by Richard Gibson.
The Multiple Robert Graves: A profile of the "I, Claudius" author by Peter Quennell.
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While this volume features various luminaries, the cover art highlights Michelangelo Buonarroti, the Renaissance master. His work on the Sistine Chapel ceiling (1508–1512) remains the pinnacle of Western fresco art. This issue also features Arthur C. Clarke, one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, whose inclusion here highlights Horizon's unique blend of ancient history and cutting-edge science.
Condition: Pre-Owned Good
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Spine: Strong and intact with clear gold-leaf lettering; minor shelf wear at the head and foot.
Corners: Light bumping and rubbing consistent with age.
Edges: Some minor fraying on the cloth edges near the top l

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