The art of modernism

"The Art of Modernism is an in-depth analysis of the period from the 1790s to the 1990s. It follows the parallel developments in science, philosophy, politics, and social history of the twentieth century, underlining the interconnecting facets in the various disciplines." "The Art of Modernism not only includes extensive research on styles and movements from the nineteenth century to the present day, but also covers details on the life and works of the important artists of the period."--BOOK JACKET.