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A World of Art (6th Edition) [Paperback]

Henry M. Sayre (Author)
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Book Description

Publication Date: October 11, 2009 | ISBN-10: 0205677207 | ISBN-13: 978-0205677207 | Edition: 6

Why A World of Art? Henry Sayre wrote the first edition of World of Art  because he wanted to use a text in his own art appreciation course that truly represented all artists, not just the Western canon found at that time in the other texts. He also wanted a text that fostered critical thinking through looking at, talking about, and questioning works of art for his students. We are proud to present the new sixth edition of World of Art, which further strengthens these two key aspects of the text while presenting hot topics like video and time-based media.

 

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Student Feedback on the new 6th edition of A World of Art:

 

Hi Mr. Sayre,

 

I've just completed a class through Indiana University and wanted to take a moment to write you.

The text book for this class was your "A World of Art" and I want you to know how much I enjoyed your book. I'm sure you don't get many emails thanking you for your textbook, but I find myself compelled to write.

 

Throughout the class I was struck by how easy you made art to understand. I found each chapter almost like having a conversation with a professor and thought you might like to hear that one student out there very much appreciated the way you approached your writing.

 

Oddly, I am originally from Oregon, living in Philadelphia, and taking an Art course at Indiana University...what a small world we all live in!

 

Sending my best and wanting you to know that your textbook is one that, rather than return for half credit, I'll happily keep on my bookshelf.

 

Best regards,

Siobhan Hanna

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Product Details

  • Paperback: 576 pages
  • Publisher: Pearson; 6 edition (October 11, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0205677207
  • ISBN-13: 978-0205677207
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,348 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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“ Same edition,no problem. the cover is very good too. ” Alaa  |  3 reviewers made a similar statement
“ A World of Art by Sayre is a great book to read and look at. ” Toni Shaddinger  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
“ Thank you very much just what I needed. ” Valenthia  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
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17 of 22 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Warning! Don't Buy this Book March 5, 2011
By Pierre
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Please note that the book said that it comes with an Access Code so that you may gain access to the publisher's site for bonus material. However, it doesn't come with any code. I have tried to get help from the publisher but they said that they can't help because Amazon is a seller and they asked me to seek help from Amazon. Here is Amazon's reply: "I have checked into the promotional offer on the publisher's website. While Amazon.com is an authorized dealer of "World of Art, A (6th Edition) [Paperback]" we are not a participating dealer for this particular promotion."
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Sayre has Created a Masterpiece January 11, 2011
By PRstudent
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
For my Art Appreciation course, I had to read The World of Art by Sayre. I fully enjoyed how Sayre has layed out the content in this textbook. The chapters are fairly long, but the content is very interesting and through. Also, the MyArtsLab that goes along with the book is easy. The online chapter quizzes go along almost completely with the text in the book. I was not a big art lover before this book, but after this course and reading this book, I am now an art lover. Thanks to Sayre, I am well versed in the art world.
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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Great introduction to Art October 5, 2010
By RaRa
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this book for my school course, but unlike most school textbooks I found it very fun and easy to follow, really well laid-out and beautiful enough to leave on the coffee table for non-students to pick up, thumb through and able to appreciate.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A world of Art
The books was very detailed. There were paintings from various artists. The books goes in depth on the many techniques artists used. A history of art. Read more
Published 25 days ago by Collegestudent808
5.0 out of 5 stars great savings for a student
book looks great I would rent again great savings I would highly recommend to anyone who needs a college book
Published 2 months ago by Debra Marshall
4.0 out of 5 stars Art by Sayre
The condition of this book was fair but it is numbered the same way as the current version. It worked out well.
Published 2 months ago by Chelseyah Bolden
4.0 out of 5 stars A World of Art (6th Edition)
I actually rented this book here in Amazon for this semester because my school was only selling the newer version and this was the book my Prof. was asking for. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Eliveth Carrizales
5.0 out of 5 stars Art Book
Thank you very much just what I needed. The book was at a very minimal price and in very good condition. No marks in the book at all.
Published 2 months ago by Valenthia
5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks
This is the textbook I expected. Thanks for an accurate description. I will return when I need another book. Thanks
Published 2 months ago by Audrey
3.0 out of 5 stars The hype
If you look on the inside cover it will give you a little motivational speech about how art is everything and you should draw on the cover of the book. Don't. Read more
Published 3 months ago by nanotitan
4.0 out of 5 stars Required for class
Paper bound so not too terrible heavy.
The pictures are clear and easy to see the detail.
The cover is made out of some sort of cardstock tho so it picks up pencil... Read more
Published 3 months ago by HelloDarling_2013
5.0 out of 5 stars Art book
I was very happy with this book, and its Great price. the discription was very accurate, which was very pleasing.
Published 3 months ago by dianna
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
the book was suppose to come in between the 8th and 23rd, it actually came on the 7th! just in time for class. the product was as described.
Published 4 months ago by Erin
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