Bruegel is known mainly for his paintings, of which too few have survived. This catalog offers a welcome addition to the literature on Bruegel for art lovers and specialists alike. Created to accompany a major exhibition held in Rotterdam and New York, 140 prints and drawings are included of Bruegel's extraordinary landscapes and bizarre and intricate allegories (for which he was called the second Bosch). A lengthy entry accompanies each print and drawing. Five essays on his life, his art, the iconography of his allegorical works, and his impact on other artists open the volume. Good quality plates, most of them in color, accompany the essays as well as the catalog. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)