An intelligent and engaging reappraisal of modern British art. Sir Stephen Deuchar, CBE, Director, Art Fund, 20102020 Director, Tate Britain, 19982010 This inclusive, questioning, invigorating book feels like a game-changer. It reframes modern British art and asks us to celebrate a more expansive and exciting idea of Britishness. Charlotte Mullins, author of A Little History of Art Through this careful and original reconsideration, modern British art emerges in an expanded form, more relevant than ever and more urgent in its message. Kate Bryan, Art Curator, Writer, Advisor and Broadcaster Head of Collections at Soho House globally For its wide variety of approach and independence of thought, this collection of studies is most timely. More than useful, this is an important book. William Packer, painter and critic 'Revisiting Modern British Art is a significant contribution to its field, and to British art in general, in reassessing and re-energising this increasingly popular area of history for a 21st century audience.' Country Life Selected as one of FAD Magazine's Top Art Books to Read in 2023:
'An interesting and refreshing look at Modern British Art and how it has evolved and continues to evolve. Ranging from how the two World Wars impacted the trajectory of art in Britain to essays on how its being re-written to account for the contribution of black and Asian-British artists.' - Tabish Khan, FAD Magazine
