New Muses: Art in American Culture, 1865–1920

The book is in good condition with a sturdy hardcover binding. The dust jacket exhibits minor wear and slight discoloration, typical for its age, but remains intact. There are no inscriptions or library markings, and the pages are clean and well-preserved.

"New Muses: Art in American Culture, 1865–1920" by H. Wayne Morgan is a first edition published by the University of Oklahoma Press in 1978. This hardcover edition, manufactured in Norman, offers a detailed exploration of the evolution of art within the context of American culture during a transformative period. Morgan, a noted historian, provides an insightful analysis of the role art played in reflecting and shaping societal changes from the post-Civil War era to the early 20th century. This edition, identified by ISBN 0-8061-1479-7, is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of American art history. The book's significance lies in its comprehensive coverage of both 19th and 20th-century art movements and their societal impacts. The dust jacket shows minor wear and discoloration, but remains intact, preserving the book's appeal to collectors and historians alike.