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Charles Pachter, one of Canada’s most celebrated artists, is the creator of such iconic works as Queen on Moose and The Painted Flag. This new work, with its intimate anecdotes and captivating photos and art, showcases the life and work of a man who has helped to redefine Canadian art.
This book is very rich in detail, funny, poignant, and so revealing of who Charles Pachter, the Canadian artist and the man, is. It is a page-turner and an inspiration for all young artists contemplating the meaning of their own creative existence in contemporary life.
Charles Pachter is a Canadian legend and he and his remarkable vision come to life in this book.
Pachter’s biography resonates with the highs of praise and lows of criticism, his sink to depression and his indomitable spirit that helped him rise above it.
Leonard Wise is a lawyer with a parallel career as a television performer, food critic, and screenwriter. He is the author of seven books, including the bestselling Toronto Street Names. He lives in Toronto.