Art & Design· India
On video
by Roy ArmesAggregate Editorial Score30/100
Publishers Weekly
Published 1988English
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Few works of art & design have earned the sustained critical attention that On video (1988) by Roy Armes continues to receive. A celebrated work on art and design, On video by Roy Armes (1988) provides both visual inspiration and intellectual depth.
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🖼️ Art & Design
Visual arts, architecture, photography, and design theory.
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This book is part of India's rich literary tradition.
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On video by Roy Armes sits within the tradition of art & design that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1988 in India, it engages with the human condition in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention.
With an editorial score of 30/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys.
Readers coming to On video for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of the human condition is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at.
Within India's literary landscape, Roy Armes occupies a significant position. On video is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
Awards & Recognition
Publishers Weekly
notable · national
198830
Roy Armes is a India author whose work in art & design has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.
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