Focusing on Italian art of the 16th century, this book in the outstanding "World of Art" series details the final glories of the Renaissance and the subsequent birth of the mannerist movement (led by the ageing Michelangelo). It includes chapters on Michelangelo, Florence, Parma, Rome, Venice and the Veneto. It closes with chapters on the same era in Spain and Northern Europe. With 300 illustrations, 37 in color.  (ART33, $16.95)