George Cruikshank: An Appreciation

By Theodore Hewitson

Book Overview

""George Cruikshank: An Appreciation"" is a book written by Theodore Hewitson that pays homage to the life and work of the renowned British caricaturist and illustrator, George Cruikshank. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Cruikshank's career, from his early days as an apprentice to his rise as one of the most prominent artists of his time. Hewitson delves into the various themes and subjects that Cruikshank tackled in his illustrations, including politics, social issues, and literature. The book also includes a collection of some of Cruikshank's most famous works, accompanied by detailed analysis and commentary. Overall, ""George Cruikshank: An Appreciation"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of British art and illustration, and a fitting tribute to one of its most iconic figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432578073
• ISBN13: 9781432578077
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"