{"product_id":"the-story-of-art-9780681460690","title":"The Story of Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eRenowned not only as the best concise introduction to art history  but also as a classic of art historical literature  this book reflects the vast knowledge  insights  and expertise of one of this centurys greatest art historians and thinkers. Extensively illustrated  it treats the history of art  both chronologically and geographically  as a continuous unfolding story. Offers a vivid  enthusiastic  and interpretive narrative written in direct  straightforward language  with technical terms always explained when they are introduced. KEY TOPICS: Focuses on the most significant works of Western art. Considers each work of art in its context: shows how art reflects the historical setting  the artists intentions  and the values of that civilization  and how each artist built upon  or sometimes reacted against  the style of his\/her predecessors. Contains chronological charts  maps  and notes on art books. Illustrates all works that are discussed. Features a new designwith each illustration appearing on the same spread as the narrative that discusses it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45280115195957,"sku":"ByrdShop_0681460695","price":203.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780681460690.jpg?v=1780621457","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-story-of-art-9780681460690","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}