Manet by Himself Author:Juliet Wilson-Bareau, Juliet Wilson Bareau This comprehensive work offers a unique opportunity to grasp the essential unity of the art and life of Edouard Manet, recognized as the most important avant-garde artist of his generation and the leader of the group which later became known as the Impressionists. Includes the artist's correspondence as well as 240 superb color reproductions ... more »and all 38 works submitted to the Paris Salon.« less