A title which combines Introduction to Art and Introduction to Modern Art takes readers on a fascinating journey through the history of art to visit ancient Egyptian tomb decorations, to meet the great masters of European painting, and to ponder the latest controversies over contemporary art.

Product Description: Myths and legends, with their fantastical settings and parade of exotic creatures and beautiful immortals, have inspired some of the most popular works in the National Gallery Collection. The latest addition to the best-selling Pocket Guides series leads the modern viewer through this important aspect of Western art...read more

An Introductory history of Western art which covers everything from ancient Egyptian decorative art to modern art, and includes Internet links for further information.