GRAYSON PERRY: SMASH HITS (NAT GALLERIES SCOTLAND) (PB)

Grayson Perry is one of Britain’s most celebrated contemporary artists and cultural figures. This book is published to accompany his largest-ever retrospective and includes previously unseen work. Inside, Perry vividly reflects on art, life and career, recalling sources of inspiration and influences along the way. Victoria Coren Mitchell’s thought-provoking contribution considers the role of humour in Perry’s art, while Patrick Elliott provides an illuminating biographical essay. The reader is also given a fascinating glimpse into the technique and process behind Perry’s prints, pots and tapestries.