10 best books of November: the Monitor's picks

Here are the 10 books that the Monitor's critics judged to be at the top of the heap this month. 

9. "33 Artists in 3 Acts," by Sarah Thornton

Bestselling author and art critic Sarah Thornton looks at the lives and work of 33 influential artists working in the world today. Although her analysis is sometimes superficial, Thornton’s access to top artists is unparalleled, and her book contains compelling profiles of fascinating contemporary figures such as Jeff Koons, Damien Hirst, Ai Weiwei, Maurizio Cattelan, and Cindy Sherman. “33 Artists in 3 Acts” is a readable, approachable introduction to the rock stars of the art world and their work. You can see the Monitor's full review of "33 Artists in 3 Acts" here.

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