John Adams

- Fans of Venezia's highly praised artist biography series will be drawn to this new series - Author presents the lives of U.S. presidents in an entirely fresh way with his unique format--a blend of casual prose, historical reproductions, and entertaining original illustrations - Special sales potential in historical museums and in schools to celebrate Presidents' Day. - Photo captions inclu…

James Monroe

- Fans of Venezia's highly praised artist biography series will be drawn to this new series - Author presents the lives of U.S. presidents in an entirely fresh way with his unique format--a blend of casual prose, entertaining original illustrations, and historical images - Special sales potential in historical museums and in schools to celebrate Presidents' Day. - Photo captions include list…

Jackson Pollock

Recounts the artist's childhood and education, describes influences on his work, and looks at several of his major paintings

Monet

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

0516422766

Collation

29 pages : illustration ; 24 cm

Series Title

Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists

Call Number

927 MON

Edgar Degas

An excellent introduction to these celebrated artists and their work. Full colour pictures of actual paintings are enhanced by Venezia's clever illustrations and story line. Young readers will obtain a light-hearted, yet realistic overview of the artist's life. Mike Venezia believes that if children can learn about paintings in a fun way, and think of artists as real people, the exciting world …

Duke Ellington

Traces the life of the internationally acclaimed musician and composer who helped popularize jazz music

Edward Hopper

This book briefly examines the life and work of the American realist painter Edward Hopper, describing and giving examples of his art. It is designed to give children a light but realistic overview of the artist's life and style.

Botticelli

Examines the life and work of the Italian painter of the early Renaissance, describing and giving examples of his art.

Van Gogh

Briefly examines the life and work of the nineteenth-century Dutchman who was one of the greatest artists of all time

Frida Kahlo

Discusses the life of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, including her childhood, her art, and her marriage to Diego Rivera.