Art History

Young readers are introduced to the wonders of da Vinci's mysterious Mona Lisa , the playful cutouts of Matisse, van Gogh's mesmerizing brushstrokes, and Vermeer's vibrant depictions of light. Games, quizzes, and other activities help readers learn. 48 pages.

From the breathtakingly beautiful to the just plain weird, the modern art world excites, challenges, sparks debate, and also offends. This is the definitive accompaniment to the events, movements, personalities, and works that have had the greatest impact on 20th century art — from Neo-Dada to Abstract Expressionism, and from Edouard Manet to Tracey Emin. Written by a wide selection of internationally-recognized critics, academics, and artists, this informative yet accessible guide to the sometimes seemingly inaccessible world of art history brings the works of the last century to life. With more than 250 fantastic images to learn from, even beginners will soon find themselves coming to grips with challenging ideas and gaining a new-found appreciation for the works themselves. Author — [General Editor] Mike Evans. Paperback. 800 pages. 8-5/8” × 11-1/2”.

This book covers painting, sculpture, and architecture within the last 100 years. It begins with Impressionism and continues right through to the present, discussing such movements as Realism, Formalism, Expressionism, and Fantasy. Since the focus of this book is limited to 750 important works, it offers full discussions of major figures and movements. It includes 754 illustrations, of which 314 are in full color. Authors — Sam Hunter and John Jacobus. Hardcover (2nd edition). 408 pages. 9¼" × 11¾" (24 cm × 30 cm).