Phil May's Gutter-Snipes: 50 Original Sketches in Pen & Ink by Phil May
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"Phil May's Gutter-Snipes: 50 Original Sketches in Pen & Ink" by Phil May is a collection of humorous illustrations created during the late 19th century. The book showcases the artistic depiction of children from the lower strata of society, often referred to as "gutter-snipes," highlighting their playful and mischievous spirit in the bustling environment of city life. This unique art collection captures the essence of these children’s lives through sketches that speak
to their experiences. The sketches within the book encompass a variety of themes centered around childhood activities, portraying scenes of play and innocence while simultaneously reflecting the social realities of the time. Each illustration, from "Playing at Soldiers" to "Hide & Seek," invites viewers into a whimsical world where the children navigate their existence amid poverty and urban challenges. Phil May's work not only entertains but also offers a poignant commentary on class disparities, encapsulating the juxtaposition of youthful exuberance against a backdrop of hardship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Illustrator | May, Phil, 1864-1903 |
|---|---|
| Title | Phil May's Gutter-Snipes: 50 Original Sketches in Pen & Ink |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Veronika Redfern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration |
| Subject | Caricatures and cartoons -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39110 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39110-6 |
| Release Date | Mar 12, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 511 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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