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The art of looking : how to read modern and contemporary art / Lance Esplund

A guide to interpreting modern and contemporary art movements from the early twentieth century to the present day. It provides a framework for understanding diverse artistic forms, helping viewers to engage with challenging works using their own observation and judgement.

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