The Last Romantic: The Story Of More Than A Half Century In The World Of Art is a memoir written by Martin Birnbaum. The book chronicles the author's experiences in the art world over the course of more than 50 years. Birnbaum was a prominent figure in the New York art scene during the 1950s and 1960s, and he provides a firsthand account of the rise of Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art. The author also discusses his personal relationships with many of the era's most famous artists, including Willem de Kooning, Mark Rothko, and Andy Warhol. In addition, Birnbaum reflects on his own career as an art dealer and collector, offering insights into the business side of the art world. The Last Romantic is a fascinating look at a pivotal period in art history, as well as a personal memoir of one man's life and career in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.