1844-1926

"Introduces the reader to the artist Mary Cassatt"--.

Briefly examines the life and work of the American Impressionist painter, describing and giving examples of her art.

Briefly examines the life and work of the American Impressionist painter Mary Cassat, describing and giving examples of her art.

"A lyrical biography of Mary Cassatt, the free-spirited Impressionist painter"--Provided by publisher.

Tells of the life of Mary Cassatt and her Impressionist style of art, including block prints and landscapes.

Traces Cassatt's development in portraying the daily lives of women through text and 48 full color plates.

"The young Mary Cassatt never thought moving to Paris after the Civil War to be an artist was going to be easy, but when, after a decade of work, her submission to the Paris Salon is rejected, Mary's fierce determination wavers"--Provided by publisher.

Uses the paintings, prints, and pastels created by Mary Cassatt to profile the solitary, social, public, and intimate worlds of the women in her family and social circle.