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The Shock of the New
Art and the Century of Change
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This book is ideal for readers interested in art, culture, and history, especially those seeking an accessible yet profound understanding of modernism and its impact during the 20th century.
An illustrated 100-year history of modern art, from cubism to pop and avant-guard.
'The definitive book on 20th-century art and design' Creative Review
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This legendary book has been universally hailed as the best, the most readable and the most provocative account of modern art ever written.
Through each of the thematic chapters, Hughes keeps his story grounded in the history of the 20th century, demonstrating how modernism sought to describe the experience of that era and showing how, for many key art movements, this was a task of vital importance.
The way in which Hughes brings that vitality and immediacy back through the well-chosen example and well-turned phrase is the heart of this book's success.
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Reviews praise Hughes as an expert guide, describing the book as enthusiastic and accessible without being condescending. Critics note its rich ideas and engaging narrative, calling it a landmark work that presents the story of 20th-century art with exceptional immediacy and insight.
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ISBN: 9780500275825
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 September 1991
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Edition: Updated and enlarged edition
Illustration: 269 Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education
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Width: 202.0mm
Height: 276.0mm
Weight: 1630g
Pages: 448
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Robert Hughes (1938 - 2012) was an Australian-born art critic, writer, and producer of television documentaries.
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