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"Illuminates Degas's artistic practice and stylistic evolution through a close scrutiny of his drawings and pastels"--Dust jacket.

Examines the life and influence of writer Ayn Rand. Focuses on her influences on American political thought related to contemporary conservatism and neoliberal thinking.

An exploration of the work of twentieth-century Spanish Catalan architect Antoni Gaud? that focuses on his structures in Barcelona, discussing his working and building methods, including photographs, and providing social and cultural background on the city.

Presents Aristotle's "Poetics" in side-by-side English and Greek, followed by a discussion of the philosopher's ideas, covering such topics as poetic truth, art and morality, the function of tragedy, and the ideal tragic hero.

The poetry columnist for "The New York Times" examines the beloved Robert Frost poem, its history, cultural influence, and artistic complexity, and explores the controversy between the two diverging opinions on the poem's meaning.

Examines the life and accomplishments of Michelangelo Buonarroti, featuring five hundred images of his sketches, paintings, sculptures, frescoes, and architecture, and discussing Michelangelo's legacy and influence on European art.

Presents an examination of the life and paintings of Manet, including forty colorplates from throughout his career, discussing the evolution of his art in words and pictures.

A study guide to F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" that includes a synopsis, chapter summaries and commentaries, themes, and other topics.

Provides a comprehensive biography of Eugene O'Neill examining O'Neill's life and works. Discusses the ideas behind O'Neill's writings and his critical treatment of the American dream.

Examines the lives of four authors--Virginia Woolf, T. S. Eliot, D. H. Lawrence, and E. M. Foster--in 1922. A pivotal year in literature, 1922 also marked moments within these artists' lives when they were struggling, but ultimately found their voice once again.