The Short Story of Contemporary Art

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Contemporary art, made properly clear. The Short Story of Contemporary Art by bestselling author and art historian Susie Hodge is a fascinating pocket guide to the how, why, and when of the most exciting and important period in art today.

The book explores 40 key works — from the iconic sculpture of Barbara Hepworth to the street art of Keith Haring and the boundary-pushing performance pieces of Marina Abramović — and links each to the most important movements, themes, and techniques of the era. Accessible, concise, and richly illustrated, it reveals the connections between different periods, artists, and styles that shape how we experience contemporary art today.

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