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Published in 1950, Gombrich’s The Story of Art continues to be the best-selling art history book ever, with over six million copies sold by 2002. Gombrich expertly crafts a clear, chronological narrative of art history.
The Essential Gombrich (1996), edited by Richard Woodfield, is a rich collection of Gombrich’s finest writings. It features selections from his major works, interviews, journal articles, and reflections. Woodfield offers insightful introductions along with a helpful list of recommended books for each section. This compilation is an indispensable resource for any student interested in Gombrich’s contributions.
French intellectual Didier Eribon and Ernst Gombrich collaborated on Looking for Answers: Conversations on Art and Science (1991). This book presents in-depth interviews and discussions between the two thinkers.
Leonard Shlain’s Art and Physics: Parallel Visions in Space, Time, and Light (1991) offers an engaging alternative perspective on art. Shlain, a surgeon, aligns groundbreaking advancements in art with those in physics.
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