"Rizzoli Art Classics" presents "Manet," the next installment in this successful art series. With authoritative text by renowned cultural commentators, this lavishly illustrated monograph is the perfect companion for art history's most passionate fans. The book includes commentary by famous art historians; a critical essay on the artist's life and art; descriptive captions; a timeline; a "Writings" section with excerpts from noted art historians and historical figures; a list of museums where the featured paintings can be found; and a concise bibliography with suggested further readings.