A review by edders
Art Theory: A Very Short Introduction by Cynthia A. Freeland

3.0

I know these are introductions but I think the tone of this one is lower than some of the other VSI's. Whilst there are some very strong chapters and theories outlined (some of the best writing is Chapter 7 about technology and changing relations to art, as well as the discussed definitions of art) I feel that there are a lot of very open ended questions left hanging - not left to be explored but mentioned and then tossed aside. This detracted from the feeling that this was purposeful and focused in places. Either more depth needed on the issues raised, or perhaps a smaller remit in the first place. Very good writing about feminist changes to art theory and art history and some interesting stuff on museum spaces.