Art Worlds

Good Hardcover with Good Dustjacket. Moderate soiling and shelfwear to DJ, including some tearing. Moderate soiling and shelfwear to covers, including light rubbing. Spine en [more]

Good Hardcover with Good Dustjacket. Moderate soiling and shelfwear to DJ, including some tearing. Moderate soiling and shelfwear to covers, including light rubbing. Spine ends mildly rubbed. Textblock lightly soiled. Pages clean and tight in binding. Pictures available upon request. A locally owned, independent book shop since 1984.[less]

0520043863. 8vo 8"-9" tall; 408 pages; This classic sociological examination of art as collective action explores the cooperative network of suppliers, performers, dealers, cr [more]

0520043863. 8vo 8"-9" tall; 408 pages; This classic sociological examination of art as collective action explores the cooperative network of suppliers, performers, dealers, critics, and consumers who--along with the artist--"produce" a work of art. Howard S. Becker looks at the conventions essential to this operation and, prospectively, at the extent to which art is shaped by this collective activity. The book is thoroughly illustrated and updated with a new dialogue between Becker and eminent French sociologist Alain Pessin about the extended social system in which art is created, and with a new preface in which the author talks about his own process in creating this influential work.[less]

Standard- Used book, in good condition No supplements Normal wear to cover and spine Page markings Inventory sticker present Satisfaction guaranteed! - Listed May 20 [more]

Standard- Used book, in good condition No supplements Normal wear to cover and spine Page markings Inventory sticker present Satisfaction guaranteed! - Listed May 2013[less]