Biographical conspectus
Myths of the studio
Imitation and imagination
The eye of the beholder
Physical presences, erotic appetites, wit
Violence
Portraits and portrayals
Gesture and expression
Settings and accessories.
Caravaggio : the art of realism by John L. Varriano. ISBN 0271027185. Published by Pennsylvania State University Press in 2006. Publication and catalogue information, links to buy online and reader comments.