World of Art, A (6th Edition)

Both students and art lovers will find World of Art, A (6th Edition) delightful and hard to put down. Written by Henry M. Sayre, a distinguished professor in art history, World of Art ISBN 9780205677207 not only showcases different artworks from Western media but also from all over the world. The book encourages students to understand and appreciate creativity using critical thinking – something that regular books on this subject often fail to do. Henry M. Sayre offers a brief and concise text on art history, then continues to explain the creative process using problem solving and analytical examinations. Aside from offering brilliantly written content, World of Art, A (6th Edition) also comes with an excellent multimedia supplement. It exposes students to a wide selection of eminent Western artworks and even not-so-popular ones from other parts of the globe. Some of the interesting images featured in the book include Dance II of Henri Matisse, Madonna by Raphael Alba, Adam and Eve by Albrecht Durer, and Les Demoiselles d'Avignon by Pablo Picasso. Designed to encourage readers to use investigative and judicious thought processes to understand the topic, this book promotes the appreciation of art and different forms from different traditions. World of Art is an excellent entry-level reference for students interested in knowing more about the expression and application of creative imagination and skill, as it provides a wide selection images as well as clear and concise text on art evolution. The supplement (included) can help students visualize the artistic process; there is even a demonstration on how a print is done. Aside from linking to video clips, it also offers access to flash cards and other learning media. This paperback is well laid-out and good-looking enough to double as a coffee table for non-students to thumb through and appreciate.