Clear commentary and three-dimensional editing that penetrates 25,000 years of art history!
Discover the easy and fun history of Western art!

It describes a vast amount of art history from prehistoric times to modern art in a consistent manner, while organically connecting and explaining each work.
Additionally, we examined artists, works, and art trends through experimental comparative examination from various perspectives.
For this reason, 『Click, Western Art History』 has become an important reference book for reading the overall flow of Western art history, and has been so loved that it has been considered a must-read for art beginners since its publication.

*Kyobo Bookstore's bestseller and recommended book for 5 consecutive years
*Selected as a YES 24 Strongly Recommended Book
*Selected as an Aladdin Editor's Recommended Book
*Kyunghee University/Kookmin University (Department of Architecture)/Dukseong Women's University/Seoul National University of Technology (College of Design), etc.
Adopted as a major and liberal arts textbook in over 30 universities nationwide.

Unique features of "Click, a History of Western Art" that the classics can't match

Gombrich's 『A History of Western Art』 and Janson's 『A History of Western Art』, which are considered classics in the history of Western art, were difficult books to approach for beginners who were just becoming interested in Western art due to their burdensome thickness and difficult-to-read content.
However, the greatest advantage of "Click, Western Art History," as many people say, is that it is easy and fun.
Rather than using dense text to explain everything about the vast history of art, it is filled with large, refreshing illustrations, reminiscent of a pictorial collection, and clearly describes only the key points in art history.
Another strength of this book is its inclusion of a section on contemporary art that analyzes recent trends.
In terms of structure, since it deals with art history, it basically takes the form of a narrative chronologically.
However, confusing aspects such as Greek and Roman architecture, Roman mosaics and Byzantine mosaics are clearly shown in tables that summarize the characteristics of each.
In addition, rather than simply listing the characteristics of each style or artist, we have gathered them based on keywords.
The unique structure of this book, including the Gallery section, where you can appreciate the works on large plates, and the Style section, which clearly organizes the topics that must be covered in art history, are also unique and indispensable strengths.
Meanwhile, to help readers understand art history in a comprehensive manner while still being able to read it without burden, a chronology and comparative tables were arranged, and reference books and glossaries were included in the appendix.


Newer, clearer, more friendly - "Click, Western Art History" has changed.

Since its first publication in 2000, "Click, Western Art History" has been a must-read for art beginners and general readers for ten years.
Since it has been 10 years since its publication, I felt regretful that I was unable to cover new trends in art that had emerged in the history of art during that time.
Therefore, this revised and expanded edition has been reborn as the most modern art history book that covers even today's conceptual art, satisfying the needs of such readers.

“Although this book presents many critical methods for evaluating the aesthetics of works of art, it should not be forgotten that ultimately it is the reader who decides which art moves people and which does not.
What is clear is that the more time you spend in museums and galleries, the deeper your appreciation for art becomes.”
- As the author says, this book may not be an absolute standard for judging works of art, but it will help you build the level and knowledge to be able to appreciate art with your own judgment.