American painting and its tradition : $b as represented by Inness, Wyant, Martin, Homer, La Farge, Whistler, Chase, Alexander, Sargent

"American Painting and Its Tradition" by John C. Van Dyke is an early 20th-century exploration of American art, examining the period roughly from 1878 to 1915 through the contributions of artists like George Inness and Winslow Homer. The story traces the evolution of American painting from its roots in European techniques to the establishment of a distinct national style by analyzing individual innovations that drove the artistic movement. The book also provides a cultural backdrop, informed by the author's contemporary perspective, offering a view into the influences that shaped these key figures and their art.