Hogarth's London: Pictures of the Manners of the Eighteenth Century

by Henry B. Wheatley

Book Overview

First published in 1909, this illustrated study considers the work of the artist and satirist William Hogarth (1697-1764), focusing on his depiction of London and its inhabitants. A devoted Londoner, Hogarth won great acclaim in his lifetime for the wit displayed in his many paintings and engravings. His work explored the many facets of London life, from the highest to the lowest social classes, from scenes of politics and business to churches, hospitals...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1108070256
• ISBN13: 9781108070256
• Release Date: February 2014
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 594 Pages
• Weight: 1.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"