Great Masterpieces of the World

Book excerpt: These handsomely illustrated volumes offer insight into the lives and works of those few unique individuals whose extraordinary creative genius has affected suceeding generations of artists and altered the way we view the world around us. Here is a thoughtful and concise history of art from the beginnings of recorded civilization to the twentieth century, presenting essential works of art from across the world, both East and West, accompanied by over 100 full-color illustrations.