This substantial volume opens with An interview with Robert Storr which includes discussions about Katz's approach to his work. This is followed by Survey, The Art of Alex Katz by Carter Ratcliff in which he conisders the artist's work from the 1950s to the present.; In Focus, Sylvia by Iwona Blazwick she concentrates on the one painting. The Artist's Choice, is a selection of nine works by the New York Poets; and The Artist's Writings range from 1959 to 2002. The book includes an illustrated Chronology and a Bibliography.

Although a paperback, with its heavy dust jacket this volume feels more substantial; it is thoughtfully laid out and well illustrated throughout with around 140 works, all in full colour and the majority up to full page. There are further comparative illustrations of other artists' work and in addition the illustrated Chronology.

It all adds up to an interesting and often illuminating survey of the artist's work and outlook, and a fine collection of his output. ( )