The second of two volumes (V.1 [ 357500-4], $33.33) providing a delightful, highly visual survey of art history worldwide, reaching beyond the Western canon to include an examination of the arts of other regions and cultures. Volume 2 begins with early Renaissance art in Europe and concludes with art in the US and Europe since WWII. In addition to Europe and the US, the arts of China, Japan, the Pacific, and Africa are covered. Includes maps, timelines, a glossary, and scads of photographs more than half in color. Suited for an introductory course in art history. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
