This book is Fred Dixon's tour of art history inspired by a lifetime of visiting the major cathedrals and museums in the world and 10 years of tours as a docent at the Barnes Foundation in Merion, Pa. Over 60 artists are discussed and there are 250 color images of some of the greatest works from the 14th to the 20th centuries. In addition, there are chapters on Picasso, Modigliani, Berthe Morisot, and Mary Cassatt. Mr. Dixon has written a book that anyone can appreciate and enjoy. (276pp. full-color illus. hardcover. Author, 2013.)