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1	Organic Chemistry more books like this by Leroy G Jr Wade In a highly accessible and unintimidating fashion, this book bridges the gap between conceptual understanding and actual application while strongly emphasizing the development of problem-solving skills. All aspects of spectroscopy have been updated and enhanced, relevant photographs have been added, and many applications to polymer chemistry have ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $18.47! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Short Guide to Writing about Art more books like this by Sylvan Barnet Key Benefit: "A Short Guide to Writing About Art, Eighth Edition," the best-selling book of its kind, equips students to analyze pictures (drawings, paintings, photographs), sculptures and architecture, and prepares them with the tools they need to present their ideas in effective writing. Key Topics: This concise yet thorough guide to "seeing and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.16! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Art History more books like this by Marilyn Stokstad Engaging and accessible, Abrams' first completely new world survey of the history of art in 20 years is fun to read and use--a rewarding source of information and revelation. The book includes special illustrated sections on techniques, and all terms--even the most basic--are defined, plus a 900-entry glossary. Bibliography & index. 1,625 ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.37! \| first editions \| SVS
4	The Rape of Europa: The Fate of Europe's Treasures in the Third Reich and the Second WOR more books like this by Lynn H Nicholas An account of the fate of Europe's great works of art in the Third Reich and the Second World War. Nicholas traces the Third Reich's war on European culture and the Allies' desperate attempts to preserve it. Covering the Nazi purges of 'degenerate' art, Goerings's shopping sprees in occupied Paris, and the reclamation of the priceless treasures of ... see all copies from $5.08! new only from $9.79! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	Color: A Natural History of the Palette more books like this by Victoria Finlay COLOR examines the social significance of the known colors, as expressed though the sciences, art history, theology, and the painters themselves. see all copies from $8.26! new only from $8.26! \| first editions \| SVS
6	World of Art more books like this by Sayre Engages readers as participants in the processes of art. Works in Progresstwo-page spreads throughout the book express the creative process that inspired specific works of art, and works under examination include Vincent van Gogh's Sower, Bill Viola's The Greeting, Frank Lloyd Webber's Fallingwater, and others Illustrates the geographical and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.90! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Understanding Art more books like this by Lois Fichner-Rathus This widely-adopted introductory appreciation book communicates the excitement, mystery, relevance, and beauty of art by teaching readers to understand and analyze art. This is all done through stimulating discussions on the elements, media, methods, content, composition, and style of art. Along with discussions on the purpose of art (Ch. 1-9), a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.42! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Ways of Seeing more books like this by John Berger WAYS OF SEEING (1972), one of John Berger's best known works, began as a series of BBC programs. Both TV shows and book attempt to popularize some of Berger's very anti-establishment ideas about art, particularly his proto-feminist way of looking at the nude, his appreciation of photography and other mechanically reproduced art, and his ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.91! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Artforms: An Introduction to the Visual Arts more books like this by Duane Preble, Sarah Preble This bestseller introduces readers to the theory, practice, and history necessary for an expanded awareness of and enthusiasm for art in everyday life. Increased coverage of female artists and diversity in world arts is included in the Sixth Edition. A web site offers profiles of working artists and an essay contest which challenges participants ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $12.95! \| first editions
10	Sabine's Notebook: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Continues more books like this by Nick Bantock Griffin & Sabine, the most creative and discussed bestseller of 1991, left readers on the edge of a precipice. In the second volume of this inventiive trilogy, they begin--along with Griffin--the fall. Told through strangely beautiful postcards and richly decorated letters--that actually must be taken from their envelopes to be read--the story is ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.49! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	The art spirit more books like this by Robert Henri "In this book are the essential beliefs and theories of a great teacher and American artist, Robert Henri. While it embodies the entire system of his teaching, with much technical advice and critical c" see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.00! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Masters of Deception: Escher, Dali & the Artists of Optical Illusion more books like this by Al Seckel Rings of seahorses seem to rotate and butterflies seems to transform into warriors right on the page. Astonishing creations of visual trickery by masters of the art, such as Escher, Dali, and Archimbolo make this breathtaking collection the definitive book of optical illusions. Includes an illuminating Foreword by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author ... see all copies from $11.14! new only from $11.14! \| SVS
13 view cover	Gardner's Art Through the Ages more books like this by Helen Gardner The market-leading text for the art history survey course, GARDNER'S ART THROUGH THE AGES has served as a comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted guide to the defining phases of the world's artistic tradition. With this book in hand, thousands of students have watched the story of art unfold in its full historical, social, religious, economic, and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $81.81! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Lives of the Artists more books like this by Giorgio Vasari Giorgio Vasari's "The Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Sculptors and Architects" was first published in Florence in 1550. Vasari, a painter and architect, had traveled throughout Italy sketching the buildings and art works he encountered when he contemplated compiling a record of great Italian artists and their work. The "Lives" was revised ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.49! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	Stones of Venice more books like this by John Ruskin This is an abridgement of Rushkin's text--very intelligently and sensitively done by Jan Morris, who has herself written extensively on Venetian history. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.91! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Women, Art & Society more books like this by Whitney Chadwick The place of women in the history of Western art--as the producers of major paintings, sculptures, and craft items, and as the subjects of the work of others--remains controversial. In this extensively revised edition of her brilliant study, Chadwick re-frames and re-presents the issues relating to the conditions under which women have worked as ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.99! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Shock of the New more books like this by Robert Hughes An expanded book version of an eight-part BBC television series, this volume presents a broad thematic summary of modern art. The title derives from a study of seven significant modern art exhibitions by a friend of the author, Ian Dunlop. Robert Hughes is the art critic for Time magazine, and one of the world's most respected, and controversial, ... see all copies from $7.76! new only from $49.42! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	A History of Western Art more books like this by Laurie Schneider Adams This beautifully presented book puts the story of Western art within its historical and cultural context. By focusing in depth on a selection of works, this book provides readers with a richer understanding of important historical developments in art. This new edition offers even more color plates than before plus new sections on Renaissance ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $22.00! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	The Lost Painting: The Quest for a Caravaggio Masterpiece more books like this by Jonathan Harr Prizewinning author Harr embarks on a spellbinding journey to discover the long-lost painting known as "The Taking of Christ." The fascinating details of the artist Caravaggio's strange, turbulent career and the astonishing beauty of his work come to life in these pages. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.70! \| signed copies \| first editions
20 view cover	Frida: A Biography of Frida Kahlo more books like this by Hayden Herrera Herrera chronicles the life of Mexico's leading female painter, her marriage to Diego Rivera, her illness, and the accident that changed her life forever. Beyond biography, FRIDA places the artist in her time, examining the political and cultural forces of the day that influenced her haunting portraits. see all copies from $4.17! new only from $7.61! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Secret Knowledge: Rediscovering the Lost Techniques of the Old Masters more books like this by David Hockney Taking a look at the techniques of the Old Masters, hundreds of paintings are reproduced to show how artists would have used the technology available to them in rendering their subjects. 400 color illustrations. see all copies from $9.87! new only from $18.58! \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	History of Italian Renaissance Art: Painting, Sculpture, Architecture more books like this by Frederick N Hartt This book focuses on works of art, their creators, and the circumstances affecting their creation. This revision is designed to provide readers with a more streamlined approach to understanding Italian Renaissance art without losing the enthusiasm and appreciation that Hartt demonstrated for this area and which earlier editions of this book ... see all copies from $5.37! new only from $65.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Reality Through the Arts more books like this by Dennis J Sporre Expanding the previous edition's inclusion of art from a variety of cultures, this edition offers more material to enhance our understanding of other people's ethnic perspectives-for example, a short story by Alice Walker and a discussion of Nigerian ritual masks. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.61! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	The Magic Eye, Volume I: A New Way of Looking at the World more books like this by Magic Eye Inc Magic Eye fans--veterans and newcomers alike--will relish delving into this brand-new collection of original, mind-bending, 3D creations. As always, no funny glasses are required to experience this magical and breathtaking visual adventure. Full color throughout. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.00! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Life with Picasso more books like this by Francoise Gilot At 21, Gilot met 62-year-old Picasso. For nearly a decade, she shared her life with this complex artist, giving birth to two of his children. In her recollections, she describes the exuberant, if exhausting, world they knew together. 10 photos. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.18! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS

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