The Story of Art, one of the most famous and popular books on art ever
written, has been a world bestseller for over half a century. Attracted
by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and
backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines
knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love
of the subject.
For this new, compact edition The Story of Art has been completely
redesigned, giving a fresh perspective to Gombrich's well-loved text.
The illustrations, collected together in a separate section towards the
back of the book for easy reference, vividly illustrate the lively and
engaging narrative and are in colour throughout.
The Story of Art has always been admired for two key qualities: it is
a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the
pocket edition is no exception, combining smoothly flowing text with a
clear, simple design in a convenient and accessible format. The new
edition allows this classic work to continue its triumphant progress for
another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all
newcomers to art.
