Thomas Bewick: The Complete Illustrative Work [Hardcover] Nigel Tattersfield

Description: Product DescriptionThomas Bewick can be called one of the best English exponents of wood engraving. Born in 1753, he grew up on a small farm, where his chores came second to his interest in the countryside, fishing, and watching birds and animals. These early passions set the stage for his future endeavors. His early work of cutting soft wood for woodcuts eventually turned into fine detailed designs into hard wood. Beginning in the late 1700s onwards, Thomas illustrated many children's books with one of his most famous books, The History of British Birds. The book contained bird engravings and wood cuts and was an immediate success. Other major publications that helped solidify Bewick's success include The Chillingham Bull, Waiting for Death, A General History of Quadrupeds, and The Fables of Aesop and Others. Bewick's celebrated histories of quadrupeds and birds of 1790, 1…condition info: Missing dust cover. Has a sturdy binding with some shelf wear. May have light markings on pages.

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