Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn was a Dutch painter and etcher. He is generally considered one of the greatest painters and printmakers in European art history and the most important in Dutch history. His contributions to art came in a period of great wealth and cultural achievement that historians call the Dutch Golden Age when Dutch Golden Age painting; although in many ways antithetical to the Baroque style that dominated Europe; was extremely prolific and innovative. In his paintings and prints he exhibited knowledge of classical iconography; which he molded to fit the requirements of his own experience; thus; the depiction of a biblical scene was informed by Rembrandts knowledge of the specific text; his assimilation of classical composition; and his observations of Amsterdams Jewish population. Because of his empathy for the human condition; he has been called "one of the great prophets of civilization."
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Well done!By Moshe BloxenheimMr. Marc Pitanza clearly knows and enjoys his subject and presents a truly wonderful selection of photos that outline the history of the Staten Island Rapid Transit (SIRT) and covers all its different divisions and many of its services as a commuter railroad and freight carrier. This volumes wealth of images and information will fascinate any rail and/or transit enthusiast. My only complaint is that there was not enough room to provide all the details that an SIRT buff like me would wish for (that would be a considerable book) and I was left wanting much more.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Nice book about the SIRT!By AvRail5sevenAhh yes; the ol rancid transit ;) Lots of great photos of a bygone era; and some recent too. Brought back many good memories. I remember living in Huguenot in the mid 60s; not far from the tracks; when my dad and I would hear the freight rattling by on a summers evening. We would hop in the car and drive to Richmond Valley and watch them switch out Nassau while fighting off the mosquitoes! Anyway; I really enjoyed looking at the photos and learning new details about the SIRT.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. SIRT over the yearsBy paul in njA good comprehensive view of the SIRT in all of its reincarnations over the years. A light view (not a detailed history) but it covered all the bases from inception to current operation. A nice look at a most unusual line.
