Thomas Nast

""Thomas Nast: His Period And His Pictures"" is a biography written by Albert Bigelow Paine in 1904 about the life and work of Thomas Nast, a prominent 19th-century American political cartoonist. The book explores Nast's upbringing and early career, as well as his rise to fame during the Civil War and his impact on American politics through his artwork. Paine provides detailed descriptions and analysis of many of Nast's most famous cartoons, which were often critical of corruption and injustice in government. The book also delves into Nast's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, and his struggles with financial difficulties and health problems. Overall, ""Thomas Nast: His Period And His Pictures"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential political cartoonists.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.