A new, innovative introduction to the story of contemporary art, from the 1970s to today. Part of the bestselling The Short Story of series.
A new, innovative introduction to the story of contemporary art, from the 1970s to today. Part of the bestselling The Short Story of series.
The Short Story of Contemporary Art is a must-read introduction to this exciting and important period from bestselling author and art historian Susie Hodge.
This fascinating pocket guide to art explains the how, why and when of contemporary art - who introduced certain techniques or genres, and why these matter.
Simply constructed, the book explores 40 key works - from the iconic sculpture of Barbara Hepworth to the street art of Keith Haring and the performance pieces of Marina Abramovic - and links them to the most important movements, themes and techniques. Accessible, concise and richly illustrated, the book reveals the connections between different periods, artists and styles, giving readers a thorough understanding and broad enjoyment of contemporary art.
Susie Hodge is an art historian, historian and artist. She is the bestselling author of numerous books, including Laurence King's Art: Explained, The Short Story of Architecture, The Short Story of Art, The Short Story of Modern Art and The Short Story of Women Artists.
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