Romanticism (Odysseys in Art)

Explores the Romanticism movement and its influence on art from the late eighteenth century through the mid-nineteenth century. Readers discover how artists emphasized emotion, imagination, the power of nature, and individual expression in response to changing political and social conditions. The book introduces major Romantic artists, examines defining masterpieces and artistic techniques, and explains how the movement shaped the development of modern art through richly reproduced works and historical context.