From Keith Haring to Extinction Rebellion, the civil rights movement to Black Lives Matter, what does a revolution look like? Discover the power of words and images in this thought-provoking look at protest art by highly acclaimed artivist De Nichols. From the psychedelic typography used in “Make Love Not War” posters of the '60s to the solitary raised fist, some of the most memorable and striking protest artwork from across the world and throughout history deserves a long, hard look. Readers c...
Leonardo Da Vinci (Significant Figures in World History)
by Allison Lee Palmer
Leonardo da Vinci: A Reference Guide to His Life and Works covers all aspects of his life and work, beginning with his paintings, including several he never completed, that form the core of his artistic oeuvre. The extensive A to Z section includes several hundred entries. The bibliography provides a comprehensive list of publications concerning his life and work *Includes a detailed chronology detailing Leonardo Da Vinci's life, family, and work. *The A to Z section includes Leonardo's main pat...
Great Pictures and Their Stories Book Eight (Great Pictures and Their Stories, #1)
by Katherine Morris Lester
The Louvre (My First Discoveries) (My First Discoveries/Art)
by Claude Delafosse
Enter through the glass pyramid to explore the largest museum in the world. Open an Egyptian sarcophagus, watch the Mona Lisa appear on canvas, and discover masterpieces throughout the museum.
Arcimboldo's Portraits (My First Discovery Paperbacks) (My First Discoveries/Art)
by Claude Delafosse
Guiseppe Arcimboldo creates highly original portraits by placing objects such as fruits, vegetables, flowers, leaves, fish, and shells next to one another to form faces. Using a magic flashlight made of card, you can explore the dark transparent page of the book and focus in on hidden surprises.
Nontraditional, controversial, rebellious, and politically volatile, the Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera are remembered for their provocative paintings as well as for their deep love for each other. Their marriage was one of the most tumultuous and infamous in history-filled with passion, pain, betrayal, revolution, and, above all, art that helped define the twentieth century. Catherine Reef's inspiring and insightful dual biography features numerous archival photos and full-colour...
Anime and Manga: Genres and Themes (The World of Anime and Manga)
by Danielle L. DeFauw
The Harlem Renaissance (1919-1934) is one of the most fascinating periods of American cultural history. When it was first released in 2004, Harlem Stomp! was the first trade book to bring this important period alive for young adults. Lavishly illustrated with a cover by Caldecott Honor winner Christopher Myers, with sepia tone photographs, reproductions of historical documents, and full-color paintings, this book features a powerful foreword written by award-winning poet Nikki Giovanni, as well...
Enter the world of glamour and go behind the scenes of the fashion world. The Fashion Book is an ideal introduction to the world of fashion. Learn about its history and how it has translated into the works of modern-day designers. Explore numerous styles, and get to know about the origins of what we wear and why. Packed with stunning images and illustrations, The Fashion Book also takes a look at the history of the most iconic fashion trends and charts the changing shapes of clothes and shoes...
Super Interesting Facts For Curious Minds
by Art Ram Publishing
Paintings (First Discovery Art Book) (My First Discoveries/Art)
by Claude Delafosse
Team Up: Frida Kahlo & Diego Rivera
by Francesca Ferretti de Blonay
Mexico, the 1920s. The revolution is over and the country is rebuilding itself bit by bit, with two painters helping this revival through art. Diego Rivera, an established artist known for his murals, meets Frida Kahlo, a rising star in the art world and it is love at first sight. Their relationship is one of the greatest but most turbulent love affairs in art history. They painted each other, worked together and inspired each other for 25 years, and are probably the most legendary artistic cou...
Great Pictures and Their Stories Book Seven (Great Pictures and Their Stories, #1)
by Katherine Morris Lester
