{"product_id":"painting-as-a-pastime-hardcover","title":"Painting as a Pastime - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eWinston Churchill\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Painting is a companion with whom one may hope to walk a great part of life's journey.'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinston Churchill's timeless meditation on the joy of painting, now beautifully republished with extended insights and anecdotes. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWinston Churchill first took up painting in 1915 and pursued it with great pleasure until his death in 1965. While largely self-taught, he was mentored by some of the established painters of the day and became an accomplished artist in his own right. His works are now found in various collections around the world as well as at his house in Chartwell, Kent. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWritten in 1921-22, this essay speaks of the joys and rewards of painting, an experience Churchill called 'a joy ride in a paint box'. Painting was, in essence, his mindfulness practice and a distraction from the political challenges of his life, helping him through the difficult 'wilderness years' between the wars and beyond. \u003ci\u003ePainting as a Pastime \u003c\/i\u003ehas been in print in various forms since it was first published in 1932 and is a classic example of his engaging and lively writing style. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis new edition brings Churchill's essay to life with: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA foreword by artist Paul Rafferty, \u003c\/b\u003e the leading expert on Churchill's art, offering fresh perspective on his artistic journey. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver \u003cb\u003e20 full-color reproductions \u003c\/b\u003eof Churchill's paintings, from wartime landscapes to Mediterranean seascapes. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtended captions\u003c\/b\u003e that provide historical context and interesting anecdotes. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eElegant design details\u003c\/b\u003e including a ribbon marker, making this a perfect gift for art lovers, history enthusiast, and fans of Churchill's work and writing. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhether you're discovering Churchill's art for the first time or already an expert, \u003ci\u003ePainting as a Pastime\u003c\/i\u003e is a beautifully produced volume that celebrates creativity and curiosity. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWinston S. Churchill (1874-1965) is an international statesman, orator, biographer, historian, author and Nobel Prize winner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.64 x 7.88 x 5.13 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 05, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52107642536237,"sku":"9781805703501","price":18.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/QFBKzus6kE9781805703501.webp?v=1780447824","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/painting-as-a-pastime-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}