Eyewitness: Renaissance [Hardcover]

Alison Cole (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2000 | Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: DK Eyewitness Books

Discover the art of the Northern and Italian Renaissance, from the 14th to the 16th century.

Here is a beautiful, thought-provoking and highly informative guide to understanding the Renaissance. Superb color reproductions of paintings, sculptures and sketches, clear artworks and authoritative text from an established art historian offer a fresh "eyewitness" insight into appreciation of the momentous and influential art of the Renaissance era.

Editorial Reviews

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...a mini museum between the covers of a book. [Eyewitness series] -- The New York Times

These books' striking visual impact will draw in even the most casual readers. [Eyewitness series] -- School Library Journal

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 64 pages
• Publisher: DK CHILDREN; 1st edition (March 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 078945582X
• ISBN-13: 978-0789455826
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #709,251 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #30 in Books > Children's Books > History > Renaissance

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, terrific value!, September 16, 2000

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This review is from: Eyewitness: Renaissance (Hardcover)

This high quality, hardcover art history book discusses various aspects of the northern and Italian Renaissance. It features countless reproductions of paintings, drawings, and sculptures by virtually every Renaissance artist you can imagine. Also included are interesting historical information and little-known facts about some of the best-known works of art. Suitable for use in study by art teachers and art enthusiasts alike. Looking through this book is like walking through several Italian and French art galleries! Exceptional value!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Reference Book for the Renaissance Period, February 12, 2009

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Harriet B. Pollon "historical fiction book lover" (Malibu,Ca USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Eyewitness: Renaissance (Eyewitness Books) (Library Binding)

For those of you who like to read historical fiction or non fiction likeThe Prince orThe Passion of Artemesia, this Eyewitness book gives you all the background information you need to enjoy your reading on a much deeper level.It makes the period and its people come alive.
The Eyewitness series is beautifully illustrated and meticulously researched.
It combines extensive art history with politics and all of the important movements of the time period.
I cannot recommend this book too highly-you will find your self using it over and over.

4.0 out of 5 stars Too much for too little, December 17, 2011

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Scotty (Texas) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Eyewitness: Renaissance (Hardcover)

This is a lovely book with lots of information and lovely illustrations. I just wish I had noticed it only has 63 pages. It is a pricey book so I didn't feel it was worth the money. I will probably be returning it.