1834-1917

Leads children through the story of Degas' life and artistic career.

Introduces the life and work of the French painter Edgar Degas to young readers.

Looks at the life and career of French painter Edgar Degas, and presents five hundred of his masterpieces, including paintings and sculptures.

Explores such art topics as style, composition, color, and subject matter as they relate to twelve works by Degas.

Tells of Edgar Degas' life and his impressionist style, including sketches and sculptures.

Traces the course of the artist's development through text, illustrations, 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.