Books like Perceiving the Arts: An Introduction to the Humanities

This review is of the 11th editions. Except for an editorial comment that rubbed me the wrong way (I admit I'm a bit touchy about certain things), this is a nice introduction to the humanities. It is rather pricey for such a small book--a concern for many of my students--but it does contain lots of useful material, including: color photos; helpful illustrations; boxed text highlighting artists, styles, and movements; extensive discussion of terms, with examples; and a helpful, end-of-the-book glossary for quick reference. (Includes 9 chapters, approximately 250 pages)