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The 20th Century Art Book

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Arts & Photography Non-Fiction History Fiction

by Phaidon Press

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3.94 (9.9K ratings)
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description 512 pages

The 20th Century Art Book by Phaidon Press holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 9.9K reader ratings. First published in 1996. The book spans 512 pages.

About The 20th Century Art Book

Covering the international nature of the modern art scene, this title encompasses established, iconic works of art and the classics of the future. It presents 500 artists in an alphabetical order, each represented by a full-page colour plate of a definitive work and an incisive text which sheds light on both image and creator.

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Author Phaidon Press
Published 1996
Pages 512
Genres Arts & Photography, Non-Fiction, History, Fiction
Average Rating 3.94 / 5.00
Total Ratings 9,927

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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9.9K ratings
With a rating of 3.94, The 20th Century Art Book is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.01, it performs on par.

How It Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The 20th Century Art Book?

The 20th Century Art Book is categorized as Arts & Photography, Non-Fiction, History, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Arts & Photography.

Is The 20th Century Art Book worth reading?

Based on 9.9K reader ratings, The 20th Century Art Book has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The 20th Century Art Book?

The 20th Century Art Book has 512 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote The 20th Century Art Book?

The 20th Century Art Book was written by Phaidon Press. It was first published in 1996.

What is the ISBN for The 20th Century Art Book?

The ISBN-13 for The 20th Century Art Book is 9780714847990.0.

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