The Annotated Mona Lisa, Third Edition: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to the Present (Annotated Series) (Volume 3)
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Want to understand art history without wading through dense textbooks or academic jargon? This richly illustrated guide offers an engaging, accessible “crash course” in art history, guiding you through more than 25,000 years of visual culture… without the dry lectures. The Annotated Mona Lisa, Third Edition delivers a richly illustrated, easy-to-follow introduction to more than 25,000 years of artistic achievement—from prehistoric cave paintings to contemporary digital art. Written by acclaimed art historian Carol Strickland, this bestselling guide makes the history of art approachable, engaging, and memorable. Through concise essays, informative sidebars, timelines, and hundreds of photographs, readers gain a clear understanding of the artists, movements, and ideas that shaped visual culture across centuries, from Stonehenge to street art, Renaissance masterpieces to digital installations. Whether you are sketching your first still life, leading an art class, or simply curious to understand why certain works move us, this book makes art history inviting and usable. As a reference, a conversation-starter, or a creative companion, it bridges scholarship and inspiration—perfect for learners of all levels. A clear overview of major art movements from prehistory to the present More than 300 photographs and illustrations Easy-to-understand explanations of artistic styles and techniques Timelines, sidebars, and visual guides that simplify complex topics A user-friendly format designed for both casual readers and serious students Provides a broad foundation in art appreciation and cultural history Useful for students, educators, artists, and museum enthusiasts Discover the stories behind the world's most influential works of art and gain a deeper appreciation for the ideas that shaped visual culture across centuries.
| Dimensions | 8.8 x 0.5 x 10.5 inches |
| Edition | Revised |
| Isbn 10 | 1449482139 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-1449482138 |
| Item Weight | 1.6 pounds |
| Language | English |
| Part Of Series | Annotated |
| Print Length | 232 pages |
| Publication Date | January 9, 2018 |
| Publisher | Andrews McMeel Publishing |
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Fantastic book!
I have the first edition and also this updated 3rd edition. They offer the equivalent of a two-semester course in art history.
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Passed the Art Praxis 5134!!!!! On the first try!
Passed the Art Praxis 5134 on the first try with above average scores BECAUSE OF this!!!!!!!!! I read almost all of it from cover to cover and most of the questions were word for word taken from this book. I also committed a couple of random Quizlets that I found to memory and studied from the free practice test questions that Praxis gives you, but the vast majority of the questions came from the information on the first four-fifths of this book. Plus it was pretty interesting to read and all the visuals really helped me commit artwork to memory!!!
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Informative and Illustrative
I purchased this book for art class and it helped me learn about the history in art. Recommend if you are wanting to get to know about famous art.
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Helped me pass the Art Praxis (5134)
I crammed this in just over a week, and it was incredibly helpful in giving me an overall picture of art history. It doesn't give thorough understanding of art-making, but I wasn't expecting it to. 10/10 a great book to have on your shelf--even if you're just a casual art appreciator. Honestly, it increased my interest in knowing more about artists and the art they create.
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Perfect Art History Overview
The Annotated Mona Lisa is an outstanding crash course in art history. This third edition is well-organized, easy to follow, and filled with illustrations that bring each time period to life. It covers everything from prehistoric art to modern movements, making it a great reference for students, teachers, or anyone who wants to better understand the big picture of art history.I love how it simplifies complex topics without dumbing them down—perfect for quick learning or review. The visual layout keeps it engaging, and it’s much less intimidating than a traditional textbook. Highly recommended as a supplement for art classes or as an enjoyable read for anyone curious about art’s evolution.
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Essential
I have a giant art history book from college. Like, it’s 10 pounds cause I had to haul it with me on a study abroad trip big. This little volume is the condensed down version I needed to study for an art history test. Yes I could have use my giant volume, but it takes time to weed through the information to get to what is most relevant. This book did all that work for me, and I was able to pass my test easily at a professional level. It was easy to take it with me and read whenever I had extra time.
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Easy to read
Love the accessibility of how it is written. I think this book does a great job at summarizing a broad spectrum of art history. If you’re using this for the Art Praxis, it’s relevant.
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Purchased for a class
Great way to learn! Quick and easy to learn art! So fun and easy to read. Required for my college class and was cheaper on Amazon and of course received it much quicker!
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Yes buy it! It’s good :)
Perfect introduction material to the art world, specially if you want to know about timelines, who, what, where, when and why, this books summarises it all in a nutshell.
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