From the isms of the Renaissance (Classicism, Humanism etc) to more modern isms such as Minimalism and Futurism, this is the ideal introduction to the main art movements. Each ism has a two page spread which includes a definition, an introduction to the topic, lists of key artists, key words, colour photo illustrations and key works as well as suggestions of other isms that the reader might be interested in.This handy book is a must for anyone who is interested in art, whether they be Sunday afternoon visitors to galleries, art students or knowledgeable art connoisseurs.