Manet

by David Spence

Published 1 August 1997
Spence puts the artist into the context of h is times, looking at the influences, political and religious events surrounding him, and provides a brief history of his life, as well as looking at the actual meaning of his works and how critics viewed them. '

Essential Artists: Cezanne

by David Spence

Published 1 September 1998
Cezanne profiles the wonderful world of this extraordinary artist and his paintings, his inspiration and what we can learn from his art today. Insightful text and original colour paintings provides explanation and analysis of Cezanne's most famous pictures, aiding a thorough understanding of how the society and art of the time influenced his work.