This new title in the popular Art & Ideas series is a comprehensive introduction and significant assessment of Pop art. Bradford Collins explains the essence of Pop art and examines its full history in the contemporary cultural and political context – the roots of the movement in the 1950s, the blossoming of Pop art in America and the UK in the 1960s, as well as its further manifestations and broader impact. The 250 illustrations include all the most classic examples of Pop art from well-known figures like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein, as well as lesser-known works that have been neglected in recent years but are essential for a complete understanding of Pop. The contemporary material used by artists to create their works and the examination of the media of the time support the discussions on the inspiration, creation, and impact of the art.