Alex Danchev (1955–2016)

There is a lot of information about possibly the most important painter in modern times in this book. Although I wouldn't say it was badly written, for some reason I could never really get into it and could only read in small bits. I was bored. But Cezanne is not boring.

This book did something important for me. I've taken art history courses in high school and college. I read a lot about art and artists. Now I realize that although I have my "favorite" artists, I don't have any idea of how show more to really view art. So the problem is, is knowing how to view art similar to having rhythm? in that either you have it or you don't? Or is it something you can learn? I love Cezanne's paintings but only because I find them pleasing. I can understand what people say about the importance of Cezanne, but I'd like to be able to see that for myself. show less

Not bad really, but also, not exactly what I was seeking or hoping for in wanting to read about Cezanne. Cautiously recommended for admirers, fans, collectors, etc.

A very text dense book filled with facts. This made for slow reading. More a reference than a story. However it is most complete work on Cezanne I have read.

a interesting biography of the painter that changed the art world. Cezanne was the seed of 20th century art. a powerful artist and personality.