Illustrations of Shakspeare: Comprised in 230 Vignette Engravings by [J.] Thompson, From Designs by Thurston

By John Thurston Llb and John Thurston Llb LLB

Book Overview

Illustrations of Shakspeare showcases 230 vignette engravings by J. Thompson, based on original designs by John Thurston. This collection offers a visual interpretation of Shakespeare's plays, capturing key scenes and characters through detailed and expressive artwork. The engravings provide a unique perspective on the Bard's timeless works, appealing to both lovers of Shakespeare and enthusiasts of fine art.

The collaboration between Thompson's skillful engraving and Thurston's artistic vision brings a fresh dimension to appreciating Shakespearean drama. The vignettes serve as a valuable resource for understanding the plays' emotional depth and theatrical scope.

This volume is an enduring testament to the power of artistic interpretation and its ability to enrich our understanding of classic literature. It will appeal to collectors of illustrated books, students of Shakespeare, and anyone interested in the intersection of art and literature.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1141741695
• ISBN13: 9781141741694
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"