Was there a life before modern art and Nazi persecution, or more precisely, who if not Pablo, did create the blue period? Who other than Yves could have ever invented the blue monochrome? When, exactly, did the doors of perception open into new mind-expanding color-rooms, and was there anybody previous to Goethe afraid of that? The Blue Age is a stunning art book that comes up with new, refreshing answers. It takes the reader on a grand tour throughout Europe, and after examining a wide range of unknown artworks and - sometimes controversial - art practices, ends up with the conclusion: Yes, there was such a life.