Summary
Author Group: Janson's History of Art
Art History by H. W. Janson (better known as Janson) since its first publication in 1962 has introduced many generations of students to the wide world of Western art and inspired millions of its fans. This innovative new edition retains Janson's distinctive narrative style, distinct scholarly authority, and unrivaled artistic program, but adds new themes and works of art that are essential to the study of art today. Thanks to Janson's eloquence and the unparalleled quality of the illustrations, the story of art history is told in a masterful, balanced and witty manner – expanding our ability to understand and appreciate works of art.
This edition is organized according to the settings outlined by Janson, but special chapters on the Renaissance in Northern Europe, the Italian Renaissance, Baroque art, and the High Renaissance have been added, along with stylistic divisions for the key periods of the modern era. This edition also talks about how art has changed over time in the cultures that Europe considers its heritage, and which Americans inherited through their connection with Europe.
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