explores the art movements of the Renaissance and Mannerism in Italy. Key details about the book: Title: The Renaissance and Mannerism in Italy Author: Alastair Smart Series: The Harbrace History of Art Publisher: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich Publication Year: 1971 Subject: Italian Renaissance and Mannerism art Pages: 252 Illustrations: Contains illustrations, some in color The book analyzes the fusion of Christian and pagan cultures in the early 15th century and emphasizes the religious inspiration behind Renaissance art. It also discusses Mannerism as a contrast to the harmony and clarity of the High Renaissance, characterized by complexity and novelty