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This work contains brief biographical and genealogical sketches on a hundred or more Lynchburg families known to the author. It primarily concerns people who were born in the period from about 1750 through the early 1800s.
Beginning with a small girl in West Kirby obsessed with comics, Shirley Hughes' story takes us through World War II, and to a career which began with Art School in a blitzed Liverpool, led to Oxford and then to London, illustrated with her own art work.
Nostalgic treasury of 74 early pen-and-ink sketches of snow-covered landscapes, sturdy stone barns and farmhouses, covered bridges, farming implements, spring houses, and more; plus autobiographical commentary on roads traveled and sights seen.
1893. A collection of writings by the author and biographer Espinasse. Contents: Some Early Reminiscences; The British Museum Library Fifty Years Ago and After; Concerning the Organization of Literature; The Carlyles and a Segment of Their Circle: Recollections and Reflections; George Henry Lewes and George Eliot; James Hannay and His Friends; Leigh Hunt and His Second Journal; Manchester Memories: Edwin Waugh; Literary Journalism; Later Edinburgh Memories; and Lord Beaconsfield and His Minor Biographers. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.
"Edinburgh Sketches & Memories" by David Masson is a captivating collection that offers a vivid and nostalgic portrayal of Edinburgh through the eyes of one of Scotland’s esteemed literary figures. In this charming volume, Masson provides a series of evocative sketches and personal recollections that capture the essence of the city’s unique character and rich history. Drawing on his deep affection for Edinburgh, Masson presents a blend of detailed observations and reflective anecdotes. The book covers various aspects of Edinburgh’s life, from its historic landmarks and architectural wonders to the vibrant social and cultural scenes that define the city. Through his eloquent prose and keen observations, Masson brings to life the people, places, and events that have shaped Edinburgh’s identity. "Edinburgh Sketches & Memories" is celebrated for its literary quality and insightful commentary. Masson's descriptive flair and personal reflections offer readers a window into the past, revealing the city’s charm and significance in a way that both history enthusiasts and casual readers will appreciate. Ideal for those interested in Scottish history, urban studies, and literary sketches, this book stands as a valuable contribution to the understanding and appreciation of Edinburgh. Masson’s affectionate and detailed portrayal makes it a treasured read for anyone fascinated by the city’s heritage and the timeless appeal of its streets and stories.
Caldecott Medalist Allen Say presents a stunning graphic novel chronicling his journey as an artist during WWII, when he apprenticed under Noro Shinpei, Japan's premier cartoonist DRAWING FROM MEMORY is Allen Say's own story of his path to becoming the renowned artist he is today. Shunned by his father, who didn't understand his son's artistic leanings, Allen was embraced by Noro Shinpei, Japan's leading cartoonist and the man he came to love as his "spiritual father." As WWII raged, Allen was further inspired to consider questions of his own heritage and the motivations of those around him. He worked hard in rigorous drawing classes, studied, trained--and ultimately came to understand who he really is. Part memoir, part graphic novel, part narrative history, DRAWING FROM MEMORY presents a complex look at the real-life relationship between a mentor and his student. With watercolor paintings, original cartoons, vintage photographs, and maps, Allen Say has created a book that will inspire the artist in all of us.
This absorbing biography, often conveyed through Peter Selz’s own words, traces the journey of a Jewish-German immigrant from Hitler’s Munich to the United States and on to an important career as a pioneer historian of modern art. Paul J. Karlstrom illuminates key historical and cultural events of the twentieth-century as he describes Selz’s extraordinary career—from Chicago’s Institute of Design (New Bauhaus), to New York’s Museum of Modern Art during the transformative 1960s, and as founding director of the University Art Museum at UC Berkeley. Karlstrom sheds light on the controversial viewpoints that at times isolated Selz from his colleagues but nonetheless affirmed his conviction that significant art was always an expression of deep human experience. The book also links Selz’s long life story—featuring close relationships with such major art figures as Mark Rothko, Dore Ashton, Willem de Kooning, Sam Francis, and Christo—with his personal commitment to political engagement.