William Hogarth

William Hogarth: Painter, Engraver, and Philosopher is a book written by George Augustus Sala in 1866. It is a comprehensive biography of the life and work of William Hogarth, an English painter, engraver, and satirist who lived during the 18th century. The book covers Hogarth's early life, his rise to fame as a painter, his work as an engraver, and his contributions to the field of art and philosophy. The author provides a detailed analysis of Hogarth's most famous works, including A Harlot's Progress, A Rake's Progress, and Marriage ������-la-mode. Sala also explores Hogarth's views on morality, politics, and society, and how they informed his art. The book includes numerous illustrations of Hogarth's work, as well as portraits and other images related to his life. Overall, William Hogarth: Painter, Engraver, and Philosopher is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this important figure in the history of British art.Essays On The Man, The Work, And The Time.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.