Famous ArtistsMonet Author:Anthony Mason This series introduces young readers to the world's most celebrated painters and sculptors. Each title assesses the achievement of the artist, focusing on his most famous works. Preliminary sketches and materials are discussed. Hands-on projects allow the reader to experiment with the artist's techniques. — Monet traces the life of the artist ... more »from his childhood in northern France to his final years. Pictures especially commissioned for this book show where the artist lived and worked. The book discusses Monet's achievements as an artist, his friendships with other Impresssionist painters and his influence on the great art movements of the day.« less