I did read the reviews on the books. I seems to be an ok place to start, as far as learning about art in a non-text book setting. Once you know some of the history between man & art. Go visit some of the wonderful museums we are so lucky to have here in LA and experience why Paul Johnson “believes that art is essential to humankind’s well-being” You don’t need to be an art critic or historian, just look at each piece through the eyes of a child and just take it in.