Art History Essentials (Essentials Study Guides) - Softcover

Cohen, George Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0878917926 ISBN 13: 9780878917921

Publisher: Research & Education Association, 1995

Synopsis

REA’s Essentials provide quick and easy access to critical information in a variety of different fields, ranging from the most basic to the most advanced. As its name implies, these concise, comprehensive study guides summarize the essentials of the field covered. Essentials are helpful when preparing for exams, doing homework and will remain a lasting reference source for students, teachers, and professionals. Art History highlights the history of art, from the Ancient World to the Twentieth Century. It includes illustrations and photos of Egyptian architecture, Greek sculpture, and Renaissance paintings and sculpture. This book explains the different art movements such as Baroque and Neoclassicism, and describes the kinds of materials that were used to create the various works. This book is an ideal study aid for students who must familiarize themselves with major works of art, how they were created, and the affect they had on world history.

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From the Back Cover

REA’s Essentials is an insightful series of practical and informative study guides covering nearly 100 subjects. Our Art History study guide is packed with student-friendly topic reviews that explain everything about Art History. It’s a handy resource when preparing for Art History exams or doing homework, and it makes a great textbook companion.The Essentials of Art History is also an invaluable resource for Art History teachers outlining a course curriculum, writing exams, and developing classroom assignments.

Edition details

• Publisher: Research & Education Association
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0878917926
• ISBN 13: 9780878917921
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144