From incisive portraits of public figures to vivid depictions of contemporary events and disters of war, the art of Francisco Goya offers an astonishing variety of forms, as well as a unique record of his native Spain at the close of the 18th century and the turbulent beginning of the 19th century.

Goya's portrayal of the savagery, stupidity and moral degradation of his fellow men is as poignant today as it ever was.

The story of Goya's life and art is told in this superbly designed book – pocket-sized but packed with hundreds of paintings, documentary pictures and texts including many contemporary documents.

Also of interest
The Arts in Spain