Essential Picasso

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Summary: A good introduction to a fascinating subject
Review: Picasso is one of the greatest artists ever, and certainly the the most important artist of the 20th century. Because his oeuvre - which included an enormous range of styles in painting, sculpture and etching - is so vast and important for the development of modern art, it is very difficult to cover in such a modest tome as this one. That said, the careful selection of works, the cross-referencing and the clear text all make this an ideal choice for a reader who does not want to be bogged down in masses of detail. Picasso was such an important artist that appreciation of his work should not be the exclusive domain of academics and art critics. For all those who agree with me, this book is ideal.