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The Annotated Mona Lisa, Third Edition - by Carol Strickland (Paperback)

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Want to understand art history without wading through dense textbooks or academic jargon?
About the Author: Carol Strickland has written six books on art, architecture and literature, including The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to the Present.
232 Pages
Art, Reference
Series Name: Annotated

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An illustrated tutorial of prehistoric to contemporary world art, from cave paintings to video art installations to digital and Internet media in an easy-to-understand format.

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Want to understand art history without wading through dense textbooks or academic jargon? This richly illustrated guide offers an engaging, accessible "crash course" in art history, guiding you through more than 25,000 years of visual culture... without the dry lectures.

The Annotated Mona Lisa, Third Edition delivers a richly illustrated, easy-to-follow introduction to more than 25,000 years of artistic achievement--from prehistoric cave paintings to contemporary digital art.

Written by acclaimed art historian Carol Strickland, this bestselling guide makes the history of art approachable, engaging, and memorable. Through concise essays, informative sidebars, timelines, and hundreds of photographs, readers gain a clear understanding of the artists, movements, and ideas that shaped visual culture across centuries, from Stonehenge to street art, Renaissance masterpieces to digital installations.

Whether you are sketching your first still life, leading an art class, or simply curious to understand why certain works move us, this book makes art history inviting and usable. As a reference, a conversation-starter, or a creative companion, it bridges scholarship and inspiration--perfect for learners of all levels.

A clear overview of major art movements from prehistory to the present
More than 300 photographs and illustrations
Easy-to-understand explanations of artistic styles and techniques
Timelines, sidebars, and visual guides that simplify complex topics
A user-friendly format designed for both casual readers and serious students
Provides a broad foundation in art appreciation and cultural history
Useful for students, educators, artists, and museum enthusiasts

Discover the stories behind the world's most influential works of art and gain a deeper appreciation for the ideas that shaped visual culture across centuries.

About the Author

Carol Strickland has written six books on art, architecture and literature, including The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to the Present. This popular introduction to art history is now in its 3rd, updated edition. Her two enhanced eBooks, released by Erudition Digital, are Impressionism: A Legacy of Light and The Eagle and the Swan, a historical novel portraying the life of Empress Theodora in sixth-century Constantinople. Strickland has a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan and, as a cultural journalist, has contributed feature stories to The New York Times, Christian Science Monitor, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Art in America, and MOMUS. She writes a monthly column on art and politics for www.clydefitchreport.com.

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Dimensions (Overall): 10.4 Inches (H) x 8.4 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.6 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 232

Genre: Art

Sub-Genre: Reference

Series Title: Annotated

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Edition: Annotated

Format: Paperback

Author: Carol Strickland

Language: English

Street Date: January 9, 2018

TCIN: 52026920

UPC: 9781449482138

Item Number (DPCI): 248-39-6987

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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