Many a times we have all wondered why something was considered ‘art’ and why it has been bought for a crazy amount of money. The author, in her book, explains why controversy and innovation is valued in the art world. Cynthia also looks towards modern technology to look at how are brain views art. A good book to start with if you want to start understanding the main debates surrounding art.

Art and evolutionary science are combined in this thought provoking book. The author sets forth the argument that aesthetic taste is not constructed socially but is an evolutionary trait and is determined by natural selection. He backs his argument with intense logic and hard evidence … sure to fuel interesting discussions!

In this modern world (written in 1939) of advanced technology, a huge audience can view or listen to art repeatedly – what are the implications of this politically and socially?

The author starts off by researching the nature of photographs and then their relationships with theatre, history, death, the presence and the absence of things and people.

A classic book on design. Bruno Munari felt that all designs should be beautiful, functional and accessible and in this entertaining book he brings to life how design is important in the everyday objects we used. Picasso described Bruno as ‘the new Leonardo’.

A delightfully readable book providing an intelligent examination of what the value of art is in society.

A famous bestseller for over 40 years, The Story of Art is simply written for all ages and backgrounds. The readability and layout of the book have been greatly appreciated over the years.