The Annotated Mona Lisa
- 216 pages
- 8 hours of reading
A heavily illustrated crash course in art history from cave paintings to video art and new media.
Carol Strickland is a prolific author and critic whose work delves deeply into art history, architecture, and literature. Her engaging texts, often focused on visual interpretation and accessibility, have achieved significant global reach, with key works selling over 400,000 copies worldwide. Through her distinctive voice and insightful commentary on cultural topics, she offers readers a compelling exploration of artistic and literary developments. Strickland's essays and journalism have graced numerous prominent publications, establishing her as a leading figure in cultural commentary and art criticism.


A heavily illustrated crash course in art history from cave paintings to video art and new media.
Covering architectural marvels from the Stone Age to the Space Age, this guide delves into iconic structures like Stonehenge and the Eiffel Tower. Carol Strickland enriches the narrative with 192 illustrated pages featuring informative sidebars and biographical anecdotes about key figures such as Brunelleschi and Frank Lloyd Wright. This accessible overview explores cultural history and architectural innovations, making it an engaging and informative resource for anyone interested in the evolution of architecture.