What a wonderful book this is! The text consists of biographical information about Chagall. It references many of the Plates in the latter part of this book, placing the paintings in context, making them both relevant and accessible. Each of the very well reproduced Plates has further descriptions of the work of art, fleshing out the biographical information. The text and the graphics work unusually well together. If you are appreciative of Chagall's work but are puzzled by it as well, this book is a real treasure trove.