Art History buffs, artists, and sculpture enthusiasts alike will enjoy 30 Millennia of Sculpture from Parkstone Press.

Expected for release November 30, 2011, this extensive reference guide will be available just in time for the holiday season. The book showcases some of the best works of sculpture in artistic man's long history, beginning with prehistoric art and exploring the centuries between then and now. From modern contemporary sculpture to the finest antiquities in three-dimensional art, works are thoroughly described and properly referenced. Biographical information about the sculptors is also provided, adding a personal feel to this book that's often lacking in Art History works.

The authors of 30 Millennia of Sculpture, all recognized experts in their fields, offer enriching commentary on each work of art, helping the student to understand and enjoy the sculptures from a broader, more in-depth perspective. Contributing authors are Patrick Bade, senior lecturer at Christie's Education in Modern Art Studies who has spoken to audiences around the world, Klaus H. Carl, an established author, nature photographer, and teacher, Victoria Charles, who holds a doctorate in Art History and whose works are widely published in journals and magazines, Joseph Manca, PhD., who serves as a professor and chairman of the Art History Department at Rice University, and Sara Costello, a respected specialist in Greek and Roman antiquities who also teaches at Rice.

With its hardcover format and high quality images, 30 Millennia of Sculpture is a book that offers the art lover much to explore and enjoy for years to come.