Women's artistic contributions have often been dismissed throughout history, yet the female perspective has played a critical role in shaping the visual culture of the modern world. In THE STORY OF WOMEN AND ART, Professor Amanda Vickery explores the story of female creativity through the ages with a fascinating art history tour from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Tackling the opinions of both art professionals and ordinary women, Vickery demonstrates how the stories behind women in art can provide crucial insight into the female psyche. More importantly, Vickery shows how a familiarity with female artistry helps us to understand the ways societal attitudes towards women and their artistic endeavors have evolved throughout the years.