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Teaches basic principles and practices of the arts of Western and other cultures, for undergraduate...
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Teaches basic principles and practices of the arts of Western and other cultures, for undergraduate students in humanities courses with limited experience in the arts, especially in courses that approach the arts from a world viewpoint. Part I examines media, terminology, and concepts of various arts, including literature and architecture. Part II focuses on styles in the arts around the world, excluding Oceania, with chapters arranged chronologically. This third edition offers boxed readings, more material on non-white and non-Western perspectives, and discussion of medieval musical forms. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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