Dive into the heart of Impressionism with Monet’s captivating seascapes from the Normandy coast. This essential art history study by Robert L. Herbert unravels how 19th-century tourism and the evolving art market shaped Claude Monet’s groundbreaking vision. Explore the “neo-romantic myths” he created through his paintings, intrinsically linking his art to the era’s social changes and commercial aspects between 1867-1886. A must-read for students and enthusiasts in India seeking profound insights into French painting, art market dynamics, and the life of an artistic innovator.