A Memoir of Thomas Bewick by Thomas Bewick
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"A Memoir of Thomas Bewick" by Thomas Bewick is a memoir and autobiographical account written in the mid-19th century. The book details the life experiences and reflections of Thomas Bewick, a prominent wood engraver and natural historian, as he recounts his childhood, education, and artistic development. It serves as a foundational narrative of Bewick's life and the influences that shaped his work in the field of art and natural observation. The opening
of the memoir introduces Bewick's lineage and early life, beginning with a description of his family and upbringing in Cherryburn, Northumberland. Starting from his childhood, Bewick shares vivid recollections of his experiences at school, his love for drawing, and his interactions with the natural world around him. He describes both the challenges he faced, such as harsh schoolmasters and feelings of confinement, as well as the simpler joys, such as exploring the countryside and observing animals. These themes set the stage for a life devoted to art and nature, highlighting how his early experiences influenced his future as an engraver. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bewick, Thomas, 1753-1828 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 01008166 |
| Title |
A Memoir of Thomas Bewick Written by himself |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Barry Abrahamsen, 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: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NE: Fine Arts: Print media |
| Subject | Bewick, Thomas, 1753-1828 |
| Subject | Artists -- England -- Biography |
| Subject | Wood-engravers -- England -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60075 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-60075-8 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 750 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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