Seven Days in the Art World

I finished reading Seven Days in the Art World on Thursday. While not groundbreaking, it provided a succinct introduction to the world of contemporary art and would make a nice read for someone with a casual curiosity in the subject, or for an introductory course. The book was divided into seven sections- The Auction, The Crit, The Fair, The Prize, The Magazine, The Studio Visit, and The Biennale. Thornton spins the book as an ethnography of the art world, and in this respect she introduces an interesting cast of characters and breaks down art systems in an organized, approachable fashion. A recommended reading for those with an interest or fascination with contemporary art.