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- 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.
- About the Author: Susie Hodge is an art historian, historian and artist.
- 224 Pages
- Art, History
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Book Synopsis
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 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 Short Story of Contemporary Art reveals the connections between different periods, artists and styles, giving readers a thorough understanding and broad enjoyment of contemporary art.About the Author
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.Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.8 Inches (W) x .56 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.27 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 224
Genre: Art
Sub-Genre: History
Publisher: Laurence King
Theme: Contemporary (1945-)
Format: Paperback
Author: Susie Hodge
Language: English
Street Date: August 19, 2025
TCIN: 92246526
UPC: 9781399618731
Item Number (DPCI): 247-28-5980
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 1.27 pounds
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