--- product_id: 501051761 title: "The Story of Art" price: "€ 61.78" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/501051761-the-story-of-art store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Full-color glossy prints Pocket-sized classic Dual ribbon bookmarks The Story of Art **Price:** € 61.78 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Own the art story everyone’s talking about β€” your essential guide to timeless taste. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Story of Art - **How much does it cost?** € 61.78 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/501051761-the-story-of-art) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Durable & Stylish:** Sturdy construction with a refined design that stands up to daily use and looks great on your shelf. - β€’ **Timeless Narrative:** E.H. Gombrich’s engaging storytelling makes art history accessible and inspiring. - β€’ **Compact Masterpiece:** A pocket-sized edition that fits your busy lifestyle without sacrificing depth. - β€’ **Dual Ribbon Markers:** Two elegant ribbons let you seamlessly navigate between text and images. - β€’ **Vivid Art Experience:** High-quality, full-color prints on thick glossy pages bring masterpieces to life. ## Overview The Story of Art by E.H. Gombrich is a compact, pocket-sized edition that delivers a comprehensive journey through art history, from prehistoric times to 20th-century avant-garde. Featuring vivid full-color prints on glossy pages and dual ribbon bookmarks, this durable and elegantly designed book offers both beginners and seasoned art lovers an accessible, richly illustrated narrative that cultivates refined taste and deep appreciation for art. ## Description 'Anyone looking for the most readable survey of the history of art from the [sic] cave paintings to the 20th century should buy the new, beautifully produced pocket edition of The Story of Art , still one of the great classics of art criticism.' – Independent A cornerstone of art history – in a compact yet readable format and with a new preface by the author's granddaughter The Story of Art has been a global bestseller for over half a century – the finest and most popular introduction ever written, published globally in more than 30 languages. Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject. Updated with a stunning new cover and a preface written specially by Professor Gombrich's granddaughter Leonie, this pocket format allows Gombrich's classic work to continue its triumphant progress for another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all newcomers to art and its history. Review: Original content, compact size, high quality prints - As someone who has long appreciated E.H. Gombrich's "Story of Art", from my teenage years reading a voluminous copy in my school's library (this was in Brazil, and it was a translation to Portuguese), to more recently reading an used volume bought on eBay (an early edition, from 1951, in English), I was thrilled to get my hands on a new edition. It's the same comprehensive, engaging journey through art history that I fell in love with, but now in a pocket format. Despite its small size, this edition doesn't skimp on the content. It's the same "Story of Art" I had known for decades, telling us passionately from prehistoric art to the avant-garde movements of the 20th century. Gombrich's narrative remains intact, making it a joy for both beginners and seasoned on art. For the beginners, in fact, the Introduction gives an excellent panorama that helps one to start to understand what art is and what it is not. What stands out about this edition, in my view, are the color prints. Earlier editions had many of the prints in black-and-white, but here all figures are in their full glory, with vivid colors, in thick, glossy pages that make most of the book. Of course, the book is pocket size, so you won't have the same feeling as in a coffee-table book, yet if you are reading Gombrich, you are here for his narrative and his choices of pieces to display (let me note that some of the prints have zoomed in details, such as for The Nymph Galatea and various others). Differently than previous editions, here all the text appears first (without any illustration, in thinner pages), then in a second part, making most of the volume, are the thick pages with the prints. Thus, because here the reader has to often move from the first part (text) to the second part (thick glossy pages), the book includes two ribbons to mark pages. Such ribbons are common in Bibles and Missals, and here it's nice to see the same level of attention to detail. Plus, the book is generally sturdy and well-made, and I can handle it more confidently than my old copy from 1951 (which I have to handle with care). I absolutely recommend this book to anyone who needs a first start on art, taught by someone who has a fine taste, yet gives all the important information with grace and elegance. "Taste" in art matters, given so much junk being produced these days and presumably so much rigging to inflate the value of otherwise meaningless contemporary work. This is your go-to place to learn to have taste in art, from the very start of your journey. Review: A classic. - Great book. A classic. ## Features - The Story of Art ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #146,196 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #489 in Art History (Books) #690 in Art History by Theme | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 125 Reviews | ## Images ![The Story of Art - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91aUMz5E+tL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Original content, compact size, high quality prints *by W***R on May 16, 2023* As someone who has long appreciated E.H. Gombrich's "Story of Art", from my teenage years reading a voluminous copy in my school's library (this was in Brazil, and it was a translation to Portuguese), to more recently reading an used volume bought on eBay (an early edition, from 1951, in English), I was thrilled to get my hands on a new edition. It's the same comprehensive, engaging journey through art history that I fell in love with, but now in a pocket format. Despite its small size, this edition doesn't skimp on the content. It's the same "Story of Art" I had known for decades, telling us passionately from prehistoric art to the avant-garde movements of the 20th century. Gombrich's narrative remains intact, making it a joy for both beginners and seasoned on art. For the beginners, in fact, the Introduction gives an excellent panorama that helps one to start to understand what art is and what it is not. What stands out about this edition, in my view, are the color prints. Earlier editions had many of the prints in black-and-white, but here all figures are in their full glory, with vivid colors, in thick, glossy pages that make most of the book. Of course, the book is pocket size, so you won't have the same feeling as in a coffee-table book, yet if you are reading Gombrich, you are here for his narrative and his choices of pieces to display (let me note that some of the prints have zoomed in details, such as for The Nymph Galatea and various others). Differently than previous editions, here all the text appears first (without any illustration, in thinner pages), then in a second part, making most of the volume, are the thick pages with the prints. Thus, because here the reader has to often move from the first part (text) to the second part (thick glossy pages), the book includes two ribbons to mark pages. Such ribbons are common in Bibles and Missals, and here it's nice to see the same level of attention to detail. Plus, the book is generally sturdy and well-made, and I can handle it more confidently than my old copy from 1951 (which I have to handle with care). I absolutely recommend this book to anyone who needs a first start on art, taught by someone who has a fine taste, yet gives all the important information with grace and elegance. "Taste" in art matters, given so much junk being produced these days and presumably so much rigging to inflate the value of otherwise meaningless contemporary work. This is your go-to place to learn to have taste in art, from the very start of your journey. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A classic. *by P***R on December 24, 2025* Great book. A classic. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌹 *by A***H on March 25, 2026* 🌹 ## Frequently Bought Together - The Story of Art - Modern Art: 1870 - 2000: Impressionism to Today - The Art Book (Revised and Expanded 2020 Edition) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/501051761-the-story-of-art](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/501051761-the-story-of-art) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-06-04*