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Stan and Gus: Art, Ardor, and the Friendship That Built the Gilded Age.

  • Published In: Publishers Weekly, 2025, v. 272, n. 18. P. 47 1 of 2

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

"Stan and Gus: Art, Ardor, and the Friendship That Built the Gilded Age" by Henry Wiencek explores the relationship between architect Stanford White and sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens during the Gilded Age. The book delves into their creative partnership, highlighting their rejection of Gothic styles in favor of designs with drama and emotional power. Wiencek also discusses the scandals, affairs, and complex dynamics between the two men, offering a colorful glimpse into this historical era. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Publishers Weekly. 2025/05, Vol. 272, Issue 18, p47
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0000-0019
  • Accession Number:184942090
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