Dali's paintings are renowned for their obsessional and extraordinary details. Their bizarre compositions and startling imagery challenges our assumptions about reality. This book is a lively account of the fascinating life and career of this man. The series has always been highly regarded for its insight and authority, providing an invaluable introduction to key artists and movements in art history. Each volume contains an introductory essay, forty-eight full-page colour plates, accompanied by extensive notes, and numerous comparative illustrations in colour or black and white.