Arts and Culture: An Introduction to the Humanities, Volume II (Reprint) Benton, Janetta Rebold and Diyanni, Robert

Benton, Janetta Rebold; Diyanni, Robert

ISBN 10: 0130839000 / ISBN 13: 9780130839008

Published by Pearson College Div, 1998

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Arts and Culture: An Introduction to the Humanities, Volume II (Reprint) Benton, Janetta Rebold and Diyanni, Robert
• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0130839000
• ISBN 13: 9780130839008
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: As New

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Synopsis

Richly illustrated, beautifully designed, and engaging, this book offers an integrated exploration of Western civilization's cultural heritage. Readers move chronologically through major periods and styles to gain insight into the achievements and ideas in painting, sculpture, architecture, literature, philosophy, religion, and music. Offers a four color format with nearly 600 captioned illustrations in both four-color and two-color and color text features. Makes clear the effect socio-economic and political factors have on philosophical, ideological and religious ideas, and the artistic output of each period. Offers separate coverage of the cultural achievements of India, China, Japan, Russia, Africa, and the Americas.