History of Art for Young People - Hardcover

Janson, Anthony F.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0810905116 ISBN 13: 9780810905115

Publisher: Prentice Hall, 2002

Synopsis

The updated sixth edition of the acclaimed history of Western art returns features definitions of terms, sections on the history of music and theater, a gazetteer of art museums and architectural sites, and information on major artistic movements and artists, from ancient times to the present day. 10,000 first printing.

About this title

Synopsis:

Written with pre-college readers in mind, History of Art for Young People tells the story of art in the Western world from its beginnings in prehistoric Europe and ancient Egypt through to contemporary art of today. The sixth edition of this unsurpassed classic sports a more contemporary, colorful design, 30 percent more color illustrations than the fifth edition, and 42 maps. In addition, the text has been heavily rewritten and edited so that it is far easier to read and remember. With the unmatched credibility of the Janson name, this convenient-to-use reference will enlighten and educate the entire family. Note: This book is sold in the academic market by Prentice Hall under the title Basic History of Art, 6th Edition.

About the Author:

Anthony F. Janson has forged a distinguished career as an author, museum professional, and teacher. He has written books, catalogues, and articles on a wide range of subjects, and has served as Chief Curator at the Indianapolis Museum of Art and the North Carolina Museum of Art. He is on the faculty of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Dr. Janson took over authorship of History of Art and History of Art for Young People upon the death of his father, H. W. Janson, in 1982.

About this edition

• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0810905116
• ISBN 13: 9780810905115
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 696