Beginning modernism

by Jeff Wallace

Book Overview

Modernism was the artistic and intellectual revolution of the early twentieth century. Yet despite its now-secure location in history, the radical experimental practices of modernism continue to bewilder as much as they excite.

'Beginning Modernism' offers a clear and reader-friendly introduction to this complex and invigorating subject. With an emphasis on the close reading of modernist artefacts, from literary texts to buildings, paintings...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0719067898
• ISBN13: 9780719067891
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: Manchester University Press
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.1" x 7.7"