In this magnificently illustrated book, Robert L. Herbert, author of the acclaimed Impressionism: Art, Leisure, and Parisian Society, presents a new interpretation of Monet`s beautiful seascapes of the Normandy coast. Interweaving the colorful history of sea resorts, stylistic analysis, details of Monet`s life, and reflections on the marketing of his art, this book offers a fascinating new perspective on some of the artist`s most beloved works.