degas by himself (0-356-14932-3)

this beautiful volume offers an astonishingly rich and detailed view of one of the greatest French artists of the nineteenth century. In addition to over 250 color illustrations, this work draws on a range of sources - from the artist's own notebooks and letters, as well as anecdotes and memoirs of friends and acquaintances - to trace a vivid portrait of Degas at every stage of his career.