Who invented the miniskirt? What avant-garde artist made a film of
200 human behinds? Why is a themepark a work of art? Who turned a
urinal upside down, mounted it to a board, and submitted it to an art
exhibit, signed "R. Mutt"?Our era is one of nearly constant
innovation and change. The new is constantly pushing aside the old;
and the once unimaginable-even the once ridiculed-is now commonplace.
A Dictionary of the Avant-Gardes recognizes that change is a driving
force in all the arts. It covers major trends in music, dance,
theater, film, visual art, sculpture, and performance art--as well as
architecture, science, and culture. Entries are divided between
important individuals and trends and movements. Each entry includes a
complete bibliography, discography, and videography; works list; and
appropriate web links. The book is richly illustrated with original
art works and an 8-page color insert. For anyone with an interest in
"what's new," this work is a treasure trove of exploration and
discovery.
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