Routledge Critical Issues In American Art - Book Of Readings

Expand your understanding of American art history with this comprehensive anthology from Routledge. Designed specifically for students and teachers in American art history and American studies programs, this collection provides a deep look into various critical approaches and methodologies used to analyze and interpret American artists and their work. This book features twenty selected essays from academic journals, covering the period from colonial times up to 1940. Mary Ann Calo provides an introductory framework that explains the purpose and organization of the text, making it an accessible resource for academic study. Each selection includes a brief introduction regarding its main focus and scholarly approach, helping readers navigate different perspectives. By studying these diverse case studies, readers gain insight into the variety of scholarly thinking applied to the field. Whether you are teaching a course or conducting independent research, this anthology serves as a valuable tool for exploring the historical and methodological foundations of American art.