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How art made the world : a journey to the origins of human creativity
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How art made the world : a journey to the origins of human creativity

by Nigel Spivey

This book explores the history of human artistic endeavours from prehistoric cave paintings to the Renaissance, examining how art has shaped society and human development. It investigates art's role in political organisation, mass persuasion, and coping with mortality.

Accession 2505 ISBN 9780465081813 Publisher Basic Books
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