The book "Louise Bourgeois" is dedicated to the significant artist who was born on December 25, 1911, and passed away in 2010. On the occasion of her 100th birthday, this work presents a comprehensive analysis of her central themes and artistic approaches. The author, Ulf Küster, illuminates Bourgeois' life story, her interactions with other artists, and the way she translated her emotions into art objects. In nine chapters, exemplary works by Bourgeois are examined in the context of art history and compared with pieces from the Beyeler Collection. This highlights how Bourgeois resolved the contrast between figuration and abstraction, giving modern art a deeper, emotional dimension. The book offers a valuable introduction to the life and work of one of the most influential figures in modern art.