The Visual Arts: A History

For over a quarter of a century this art historical tour de force has consistently proved the classic introduction to humandkind’s artistic heritage. From our Paleolithic past to our digitised present, every continent and culture is covered in an articulate and well-balanced discussion–a broad and epic canvas that omits none of the fine detail. In this Revised Seventh Edition, contemporary art historian Michael Archer has brought the account of contemporary art up to date, reflecting the latest developments that continue to shape out cultural history.

Hugh Honour is one of the leading art historians of the 20th century. He is co-author with Nikolaus Pevsner and John Fleming of The Penguin Dictionary of Architecture.
John Fleming founded and edited with Hugh Honour the Pelican Style and Civilization series. He died in 2001.