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Bound by Art and Time: The Painter, the Muse, and the Dreamer

Muse Dreamer: Bound by Art and Time is a memoir, mini-biography and art history book about painter Peter Clapham Sheppard and the friendships involved in preserving and rediscovering his work. It also explores Bernice Fenwick Martin’s artwork and the experiences of women artists in Canada in the early to mid-20th century.

At a glance

  • Combines memoir, mini-biography and art history around Peter Clapham Sheppard.
  • Covers friendships connected with preserving and rediscovering Sheppard’s work.
  • Includes Bernice Fenwick Martin’s art and the history of women artists in Canada in the early to mid-20th century.
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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Its intertwined focus on an artist, his circle and the rediscovery of his work offers more than a standalone biography.
  • The inclusion of Martin’s artwork brings a second artist’s perspective into the account.

Technical specifications

8 specifications
Publication
PublisherFirefly Books
Publication dateOct. 9 2026
LanguageEnglish
Print length244 pages
ISBN-100228106230
ISBN-13978-0228106234
Dimensions and installation
Dimensions22.1 x 1.52 x 29.46 cm
Weight listed1.09 kg

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Readers interested in Canadian art history and artist biographies.
  • Readers curious about the role of friendship and Martin’s artwork in Sheppard’s rediscovery.
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Frequently asked questions

What is Bound by Art and Time about?

It combines memoir, biography and art history to discuss Peter Clapham Sheppard, friendships involved in preserving and rediscovering his work, and Bernice Fenwick Martin’s art.

Does the book cover women artists in Canada?

Yes. The listing says Martin’s story sheds light on women artists in Canada in the early to mid-20th century.

How long is the book?

The listing gives a print length of 244 pages.

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