Hyperallergic's Summer Art Reading List Features New Books on Color, Provenance, and Beat Culture
This summer, Hyperallergic unveiled an engaging selection of literature, blending fiction with art-focused texts. Notable works include Kory Stamper's exploration of color in the Merriam-Webster Dictionary titled 'True Color,' and Megan O'Grady’s essays that underscore the significance of art. Additionally, Stephanie Brown investigates the authenticity of a Gauguin painting in 'The Case of the Disappearing Gauguin.' Lynley J. McAlpine discusses provenance in relation to the San Antonio Museum of Art. The lineup also features an exhibition of Jack Kerouac’s letters in New York and highlights upcoming releases from Yale University Press scheduled for 2026.
Key facts
- Kory Stamper's 'True Color' examines Merriam-Webster Dictionary's color definitions.
- Megan O'Grady's essay collection argues art is a necessity.
- Stephanie Brown's 'The Case of the Disappearing Gauguin' (2024) traces a Gauguin painting's authenticity and market journey.
- Lynley J. McAlpine's 'Let Us Now Not Boast of Our Worldly Possessions' (2022) covers provenance at the San Antonio Museum of Art.
- An exhibition in NYC features Jack Kerouac's letters, photographs, and talismans.
- Printed Matter's art book fair in Los Angeles remixes historical media.
- Yale University Press promotes early 2026 art books, including biographies of Anni Albers and Dorothea Tanning.
- The Met's blockbuster 'Raphael' exhibition is featured in Yale University Press's catalog.
Entities
Artists
- Kory Stamper
- Megan O'Grady
- Stephanie Brown
- Lynley J. McAlpine
- Jack Kerouac
- Georgia O'Keeffe
- Anni Albers
- Dorothea Tanning
- Edward Steichen
- Raphael
- Allen Ginsberg
- William S. Burroughs
- Greta Rainbow
- Matt Stromberg
- Michelle Young
- Erin L. Thompson
Institutions
- Hyperallergic
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary
- San Antonio Museum of Art
- Printed Matter
- Yale University Press
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Locations
- New York City
- United States
- Los Angeles
- Tangiers
- Morocco
- New Mexico
- American Southwest