Normal Rockwell: a Sixty Year Retrospective by Thomas S. Buechner softcover in good used condition "This retrospective surveys the career of American illustrator Norman Rockwell, whose paintings and magazine covers became familiar images of twentieth-century American life. Art historian Thomas S. Buechner examines Rockwell’s work across six decades, tracing the development of his detailed, narrative style and his ability to portray everyday experiences, family relationships, humor, and national identity. The book features reproductions of Rockwell’s illustrations and paintings, providing an overview of his artistic range and changing approach to his subjects. It also considers his work in the context of American popular culture and the changing role of illustration in magazines and advertising." #art #history #classic #gift #book