The History of Art in One Sentence: 500 Years of Art (But Funny) social & cultural history enjoy an epic day out

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The History of Art in One Sentence: 500 Years of Art (But Funny) social & cultural history enjoy an epic day outAuthor: Babbs, Verity History of art art & design styles Published on 2 October 2025 by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC in the United Kingdom. Hardback 272 pages 136 x 187 x 28 504g Whats so special about Dutch paintings of cheese? When does Art Nouveau become Art Deco? Why were the Pre Raphaelites obsessed with gingers? Find out in one sentence with comedian and art historian Verity Babbs. 'Heaps of fun, and endlessly fascinating a must read for any