Historical and Descriptive Account of the Caricatures of James Gillray (1851) - Wright, Thomas; Evans, Robert Harding
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Historical and Descriptive Account of the Caricatures of James Gillray is a book written by Thomas Wright and published in 1851. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the works of James Gillray, a renowned British caricaturist who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book contains over 400 illustrations of Gillray's satirical prints, accompanied by detailed descriptions and historical context. The author analyzes the political and social commentary embedded in Gillray's works, which often targeted prominent figures of the time, including politicians, royalty, and…mehr

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Historical and Descriptive Account of the Caricatures of James Gillray is a book written by Thomas Wright and published in 1851. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the works of James Gillray, a renowned British caricaturist who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book contains over 400 illustrations of Gillray's satirical prints, accompanied by detailed descriptions and historical context. The author analyzes the political and social commentary embedded in Gillray's works, which often targeted prominent figures of the time, including politicians, royalty, and celebrities.Wright also provides a biographical account of Gillray's life, highlighting his artistic development and the political climate of the time. The book is an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts of British political satire and offers a fascinating insight into the social and political issues of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.Comprising A Political And Humorous History Of The Latter Part Of The Reign Of George The Third.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.
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Wright was born near Ludlow in Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire, to a Quaker family who had formerly lived in Bradford. He attended Ludlow Grammar School before graduating from Trinity College, Cambridge, in 1834. While in Cambridge, he contributed to the Gentleman's Magazine and other periodicals, and in 1835 he moved to London to pursue a literary career. In 1842, he was chosen corresponding member of Paris' Academie des Inscriptions et Belles Lettres, as well as a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and a member of numerous other distinguished British and international organizations. In 1859, he oversaw the excavations of the Roman town of Viroconium Cornoviorum (Wroxeter), near Shrewsbury, and produced a report. The Drawing Room Portrait Gallery contains a portrait of him from October 1, 1859. Thomas Edward Bridgett, an English clergyman and historian, commented, "It is only when he has to speak of the Catholic Church that he is bitter and unfair."