Whistler

by Elbert Hubbard

Book Overview

""Whistler"" is a book written by Elbert Hubbard, which provides a comprehensive biography of the famous American artist, James McNeill Whistler. The book begins by exploring Whistler's early life and education, including his time at the United States Military Academy at West Point. It then delves into his artistic career, chronicling his development as a painter, etcher, and lithographer, as well as his struggles with critics and financial difficulties.Throughout the book, Hubbard provides insights into Whistler's personality, including his wit, charm, and sometimes difficult temperament. He also explores Whistler's relationships with other artists and writers of his time, such as Oscar Wilde and John Singer Sargent.In addition to providing a detailed account of Whistler's life, Hubbard also includes a number of reproductions of Whistler's artwork, allowing readers to appreciate his unique style and technique. Overall, ""Whistler"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential artist.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Eminent Artists, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766104036.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: 116287791X
• ISBN13: 9781162877914
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"