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"The Tradition of the New [Paperback]

Harold Rosenberg

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Year 1994 Edition year
Pages 285 Mid-length read
Vibe Idea-led Weekend read

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At a glance, "The Tradition of the New [Paperback] by Harold Rosenberg comes across as a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. The edition details point to 1994 • Perseus Books • 285 pages, which helps set expectations before you buy.

Edition on file: 1994 • Perseus Books • 285 pages • ISBN 9780306805967.

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What stands out here is the overall feel: Idea-led • Weekend read.

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