Stories Pictures Tell. Book 8

Stories Pictures Tell: Book Eight by Flora L. Carpenter is a collection of stories and illustrations that aim to educate children about famous works of art and the artists behind them. The book provides insights into the lives of artists such as Benjamin West James McNeill Whistler and John Singer Sargent along with detailed analyses of their famous works. The book also delves into the techniques of mural decorations and fresco painting shedding light on the process and significance of these art forms. Through stories like ''The Death of General Wolfe'' and ''Portrait of the Artist''s Mother'' readers are taken on a journey through art history learning about the lives and works of renowned artists and the stories behind their masterpieces. The book serves as a valuable resource for art education providing a comprehensive look at the world of art through engaging narratives and captivating illustrations.