GOYA

In a career that spanned the late 18th and early 19th centuries, Goya produced an wide-ranging body of work that reflected the tumultuous times in which he lived. An introductory essay sheds light on Goya's life and work within a historical context, while 35 of the artist's significant works are examined in luminous detail. From his insightful portraits to his haunting explorations of mortality and the subconscious--every facet of Goya's career is presented in a lively and accessible volume that brings his dramatic genius to life. Readers will come away with a clear understanding of Goya's enduring legacy as an artist whose work transcended its time to express universal truths about the human experience.