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  • Modernism: The Strange Story of Art and Music in the Twentieth Century

  • By: Max Ridgway
  • Narrated by: David Wright
  • Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins
  • 4.0 out of 5 stars (15 ratings)

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Modernism: The Strange Story of Art and Music in the Twentieth Century

By: Max Ridgway
Narrated by: David Wright
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The 20th century witnessed an explosion of creativity as artists, musicians, and writers rejected centuries of past practice and boldly created new visual forms, new musical languages, and new ways of thinking. This is the story of the individuals who created the art, told within the context of the times in which they lived.

©2018 Max Ridgway (P)2019 Max Ridgway
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Great listen!

Good for those who are interested in a broad overview of 20th century art or would like a refresher. While some might prefer to read it physically if they’re not familiar with a work that might be mentioned, those who are listening for a refresher probably won’t have that sort of problem. Any works I wasn’t super familiar with (mostly the musical side) I took a moment to write down the name and would listen to or further research it later.

Overall, well written and well read! Of particular interest to me were the sections about styles of art from 1900 to 1950, and this was one of few audiobooks that touched on that period with a satisfying depth.

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An ideal introduction.

It's very readable, concise and avoids using complex technical language. Excellent references and the engaging writing style.m!

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Very Helpful Overview

This book goes through the founders and major players in each "modernist" art movement that developed in the 20th century. I am interested in Surrealism and this book helps to give an idea of the background, context, and contemporary movements to the Surrealists.

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