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The Short Story of Contemporary Art

The Short Story of Contemporary Art

A Pocket Guide to Key Movements, Works, Themes and Techniques

by Susie Hodge
Paperback
Publication Date: 28/10/2025

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An innovative new introduction to the story of contemporary art, from the 1970s to today - part of the bestselling The Short Story of series

The Short Story of Contemporary Art is a must-read introduction to this exciting and important period, from bestselling author and art historian Susie Hodge.

This fascinating pocket guide explains the how, why and when of contemporary art - who introduced certain techniques or genres, and why these matter.

Simply constructed, the book explores 40 key works - from the iconic sculpture of Barbara Hepworth to the street art of Keith Haring and the performance pieces of Marina Abramovic - and links them to the most important movements, themes and techniques. Accessible, concise and richly illustrated, The Short Story of Contemporary Art reveals the connections between different periods, artists and styles, giving readers a thorough understanding and broad enjoyment of contemporary art.

ISBN:
9781399618731
9781399618731
Category:
History of art / art & design styles
Format:
Paperback
Publication Date:
28-10-2025
Language:
English
Publisher:
Laurence King Publishing
Country of origin:
United Kingdom
Dimensions (mm):
214x148x20mm
Weight:
0.01kg
Susie Hodge

Susie Hodge MA, FRSA, is a bestselling author, art historian and artist. She is the author of more than 100 books for adults and children.

Her publications include 50 Art Ideas (Quercus), How to Survive Modern Art (Tate Publications), Why Your Five-Year-Old Could Not Have Done That: Modern Art Explained (Thames & Hudson), 50 Art Nouveau Works of Art You Should Know (Prestel) and The Short Story of Art (Laurence King).

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