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This illustrated nonfiction book examines the color orange as it appears in both the natural and human-made worlds. Through examples drawn from nature, art, religion, history, and design, the book explores the cultural, social, and artistic significance of the color across time and geographic regions. The text incorporates an introductory overview of basic color theory and presents more than thirty examples illustrating the uses and meanings of orange. The book encourages readers to observe color thoughtfully and consider its role in shaping human perception and experience.
Explores the color orange through a variety of lenses, including natural, cultural, historical, and artistic contexts. It presents over thirty examples of orange in both the natural world -- such as animals, plants, and minerals -- and human-made environments, including art, design, and ceremonial uses. The text combines a stream-of-consciousness narrative style with visual elements to introduce basic concepts of color theory and encourage broader observation and appreciation of color.