Skira's new series Milestones: At the Heart of Creation, dedicated to today's greatest living artists, proudly presents this volume. Born in Japan in 1972, Chiharu Shiota has created a distinctive and enthralling body of work - including drawings, sculptures and installations - rarely equalled for its depth and universality. More than a retrospective, this book is a comprehensive excursion into the daily life and work of this exceptional artist and provides a rare backstage glimpse at the mesmerising, immersive installations and environments for which she is celebrated. Complete with abundant illustrations, an intimate interview and a insightful essay, this book explores the bold experimentation and rigorous critical thinking that lie behind Chiharu Shiota's masterful works.