An accessible and highly popular art history book that explains many of the world's most famous masterpieces. Written by an international team of artists, art historians, and curators, this engaging and beautifully illustrated book offers readers exceptional insights into the most iconic works of art around the globe.

The book "Art: The Whole Story" traces the development of art throughout different periods, with illustrated text covering every genre, from painting and sculpture to conceptual and performance art. There are also cultural timelines to help readers understand the historical context.

Masterpieces representing each period or movement are highlighted and analyzed in detail. Everything from the use of color and visual metaphors to technical innovations is explained, allowing readers to interpret the meanings behind global masterpieces – from Mughal miniatures and 19th-century Japanese prints to the color theories behind Seurat's impressive painting "La Grande Jatte" and why Picasso's "Les Demoiselles d’Avignon" were so shocking in their time.