The Books that Shaped Art History
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The Books that Shaped Art History by Richard Shone
Reassesses the impact of some of the most important texts of art history. This book provides a varied and invaluable overview of the history of art, told through its seminal texts. It explores how art history has been forged by these contributions to scholarship, as well as by the dialogues and ruptures between them.
'A thrilling account of the history of art in the 20th century … an expertly guided tour along a rather marvellous scenic route' - Guardian
'A pageant of influential art historians of the twentieth century … if you are keen on art history and like parades, you will love this book … the essays are models of intelligent compression and lively instruction … this fascinating collection is worth reading for many reasons' - RA Magazine
'A delightful bookBeautifully designed, it is a joy to hold and a pleasure to read. … A wonderful book that will be enjoyed by all who have a deep interest in the practice of art history' - Cassone
'A pageant of influential art historians of the twentieth century … if you are keen on art history and like parades, you will love this book … the essays are models of intelligent compression and lively instruction … this fascinating collection is worth reading for many reasons' - RA Magazine
'A delightful bookBeautifully designed, it is a joy to hold and a pleasure to read. … A wonderful book that will be enjoyed by all who have a deep interest in the practice of art history' - Cassone
Richard Shone is a British art historian and art critic specializing in British modern art.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500238950 |
| ISBN 10 | 0500238952 |
| Title | The Books that Shaped Art History |
| Author | Richard Shone |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2013-03-11 |
| Number of pages | 268 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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