Laura Winkiel Knihy

Exploring the influential manifestos that shaped modernism, this study delves into their impact across Europe, America, the Caribbean, and Africa. It examines how these documents articulated new artistic and cultural visions, reflecting the diverse social and political contexts of their time. By analyzing key texts, the book highlights the interconnectedness of modernist thought and its global resonance, providing insights into the evolution of contemporary art and literature.

Modernism: The Basics provides an accessible overview of the study of Modernism in its global dimensions. Examining the key concepts, history and varied forms of the field, it guides the reader through the major approaches to the study of Modernism.