"David Bourdon's fresh and engaging introduction to this major artist has been drawn from Calder's own writings and numerous other sources. A rich selection of illustrations surveying Calder's art and a detailed chronology of his life complement the text to provide a thorough view of this remarkable man whose works serve as bright reflections of a joyous, exuberant approach to life and to art." -- from interior flap. Includes chronology, bibliography, and index. Printed in black-and-white.