How Art Made the World: A Journey to the Origins of Human Creativity
by Nigel Spivey

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Book Review: Here's a First For Me, An Interest in Art!
Summary: 5 Stars

Its been a criticism that Nigel Spivey takes too simple an approach to a complex series of issues. However it works to his favour and the strength of the programme. In fact his approach to art is similar to Simon Schama's approach to history. Its a subjective view of events, conveying complex ideas while giving credit to the audience's intelligence.

While not being an art expert, many of the ideas concerning the development of early art and its manifestations today were very convincing and motivated me to learn more about the subject area. His language is clear and straight forward, he guides us through the labyrinth of art history. In addition his obvious passion for the subject comes through. And the approach to the subject of death in art was very potent and eye opening.

I will probably never be an art expert but this series has been a sort of enlightenment for me. It made me see that art did indeed have key role in shaping the world today.

A fascinating and original piece of work.

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