The Invention of Art: A Cultural History by Larry Shiner (Paperback, 2003)

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With The Invention of Art, Larry Shiner challenges our conventional understandings of art and asks us to reconsider its history entirely, arguing that the category of fine art is a modern invention?that the lines drawn between art and craft resulted from key social transformations in Europe during the long eighteenth century. Shiner spent over a decade honing what he calls 'a brief history of the idea of art.' This carefully prepared and?given the extent and complexity of what he's discussing?admirably concise, well-organized book is the result. . . . Shiner's text is scholarly but accessible, and should appeal to readers with even a dabbler's interest in art theory. ?Publishers Weekly The Invention of Art is enjoyable to read and provides a welcome addition to the history and philosophy of art. ?Terrie L. Wilson, Art Documentation A lucid book . . . it should be a must-read for anyone active in the arts. ?Marc Spiegler, Chicago Tribune Books