This monograph offers the first comprehensive examination of the work of artist Renée Green, spanning two decades of her career. The book delves into Green's practice, which encompasses film, video, sound art, photography, prints, banners, texts, websites, and ephemera, often presented as complex, archive-like installations. Her work consistently invites viewers to become active participants in exploring themes such as genealogy, the nature of archives, movements and displacements, and site specificity. The volume features newly commissioned essays by leading scholars and critics who engage deeply with these central aspects of Green's artistic output.

This monograph is recognized as the definitive scholarly survey of Renée Green's artistic contributions from 1989 to 2009. The collection of essays by prominent art historians and critics provides a thorough engagement with the complex theoretical underpinnings of her work, particularly her innovative use of archives and her exploration of themes related to displacement and location. The book is lauded for its comprehensive scope and its detailed analysis of Green's diverse media and installation practices. Its richly illustrated format further enhances its value as a primary resource for understanding Green's significant impact on contemporary art.