Originally published in 1963, Bertram Wolf's bio of the Mexican artist remains an important and entertaining part of the Rivera literature to this day. A major problem, however: the present edition is a second printing of the 1990 paperback edition, and the quality of the photographic reproductions in the book is no better than a poorly printed newspaper. The illustrations in the 1963 hardcover biography were not great, but at least they were clear and legible. The beautiful typeface has been preserved as have the illustrations (by Rivera) that accompany each chapter heading and, most importantly, Wolf's rich narrative of the life and stories of Diego Rivera.

I would recommend this book to anyone interested in Diego Rivera's life, Mexican history, American history, etc. It is a very well-written book by an eye-witness author. One of the best books I have ever read.