Lisa Lipinski is Assistant Professor of art history at The George Washington University, USA.

"Applying post-structuralist theory from key figures like Derrida, Foucault, and Deleuze, Lipinski analyzes a broad swath of Magritte’s paintings, supporting her argument with interviews and various writings. Preeminent and less critically explored paintings are given equal attention, allowing for a more nuanced look at Magritte’s concepts and themes. Recommended."--Choice"The book is an indispensable publication for all Magritte enthusiasts and for all modern art teachers and students and ends with an overview of the literature and an extensive index of keywords."--Optische Fenomenen

• Introduction; 1. Bringing Thought to Life; 2. The Use of Speech in Painting; 3. The Mystery of the Visible; 4. Inspired Thought; 5. Conclusion: Ends and Endings

Lisa Lipinski is Assistant Professor of art history at The George Washington University, USA.

"Applying post-structuralist theory from key figures like Derrida, Foucault, and Deleuze, Lipinski analyzes a broad swath of Magritte’s paintings, supporting her argument with interviews and various writings. Preeminent and less critically explored paintings are given equal attention, allowing for a more nuanced look at Magritte’s concepts and themes. Recommended."--Choice"The book is an indispensable publication for all Magritte enthusiasts and for all modern art teachers and students and ends with an overview of the literature and an extensive index of keywords."--Optische Fenomenen

• Introduction; 1. Bringing Thought to Life; 2. The Use of Speech in Painting; 3. The Mystery of the Visible; 4. Inspired Thought; 5. Conclusion: Ends and Endings