For the Millions: American Art and Culture Between the Wars
For the Millions: American Art and Culture Between the Wars by A. Joan Saab examines how art and public life in 1930s America were reshaped by the Depression, government programs, museums, and ideas about democratic culture. Its focus on the Federal Arts Project and the Museum of Modern Art makes it a fit for readers interested in American art history and cultural policy.
At a glance
- Explores American art and culture during the 1930s and the effects of Depression-era social change.
- Discusses the Federal Arts Project and the Museum of Modern Art as institutions shaping art's public role.
- Considers democratic modernism, art education, public access, and the artist as a producing worker.
Reference price: $35.00
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Pros
- Connects artistic movements with government policy, museum practice, and everyday social life.
- A focused 240-page treatment of a defined period in American cultural history.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | University of Pennsylvania Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | April 24, 2009 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 240 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0812220692 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0812220698 |
| Dimensions | 6 x 0.55 x 9 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 12 ounces |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers studying American art history and modernism.
- Readers interested in the Federal Arts Project, the Works Progress Administration, or the early Museum of Modern Art.
- Students and general readers exploring the relationship between art and public life.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a practical art-making guide or a broad survey spanning many periods.
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Frequently asked questions
What period does For the Millions cover?
The book focuses on American art and culture during the 1930s, between the world wars.
Which institutions are central to the book?
The description highlights the Federal Arts Project and the Museum of Modern Art.
What themes does the book explore?
It examines democratic modernism, public access to art, the social role of artists, and the relationship between art and everyday life.
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