Audubon: An Intimate Life Of The American Woodsman

by Stanley Clisby Arthur

Book Overview

Audubon: An Intimate Life Of The American Woodsman is a biography written by Stanley Clisby Arthur about the life and work of John James Audubon, a celebrated artist and naturalist of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Audubon's life, from his childhood in Haiti to his travels throughout America and Europe, where he created his iconic paintings of birds and other wildlife.The book delves into Audubon's personal life, including his relationships with his wife and children, as well as his struggles with financial and personal setbacks. It also explores his artistic process, detailing how he studied and observed birds in their natural habitats before creating his intricate paintings.Throughout the book, Arthur paints a vivid picture of Audubon's world, describing the landscapes, flora, and fauna that inspired his work. He also provides historical context, discussing the cultural and scientific developments of the time, as well as Audubon's place within them.Overall, Audubon: An Intimate Life Of The American Woodsman is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of America's most celebrated naturalists and artists.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: 1432591010
• ISBN13: 9781432591014
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 544 Pages
• Weight: 1.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"