The universe according to Peter Max

An in-depth look at the personal and artistic life of renowned artist Peter Max...in his own wordsIn this intimate visual memoir, artist Peter Max details his life journey as an artist, providing a stirring account of himself as a young boy and as a successful artist eager to return to the days of wonderment and inspiration found only in dreams and childhood.

Max charts his ascension in the art world and pauses to reflect on the nature of creativity, the universe at large, his many loves, and his ability to see beauty in the everyday.

Vibrantly illustrated with Maxs signature work, including some never-before-seen pieces, this colorful memoir reveals the personal inspiration behind the work of one of the worlds most popular artists.With 200 full-color photographs