Manet: His Life and Work in 500 Images: An Illustrated Exploration Of The Artist, His Life And Context, With A Gallery Of 300 Of His Greatest Works

* A lively and expert account of Edouard Manet, one of the greatest French artists, whose striking realism has led to him being called the first modern painter

* A vivid biography explores his life and career, including his break with established institutions and his links with artistic pioneers such as Monet, Cézanne and Degas

* Features an extensive gallery of all Manet's most important works, accompanied by an analysis of his aims, style and technique

* Focuses on how Manet turned the fo...