John Leech, Artist and Humorist

John Leech, Artist and Humorist

Author: Frederic George Kitton

Publisher: Hardpress Publishing

Published: 2012-08-01

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9781290453691

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JOHN LEECH ARTIST & HUMORIST

JOHN LEECH ARTIST & HUMORIST

Author: Frederic George 1856-1904 Kitton

Publisher: Wentworth Press

Published: 2016-08-28

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 9781373152381

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John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character

John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character

Author: John Leech

Publisher:

Published: 1886

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13:

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The English illustrator and caricaturist John Leech (1817-1864) is best known for his work for Punch, the humorous and satirical magazine founded in 1841 by Henry Mayhew. During his time at Punch, he produced around 3000 caricatures as well as other illustrations for the magazine.


John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character

John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character

Author: William Makepeace Thackeray

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2020-03-16

Total Pages: 25

ISBN-13:

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William Makepeace Thackeray immortalizes the memory of his lifelong friend in the novel "John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character". John Leech was a British caricaturist and illustrator. He was best known for his work for 'Punch', a humorous magazine for a broad middle-class audience, combining verbal and graphic political satire with light social comedy. Leech's critical yet humorous cartoons on the Crimean War (1853) helped shape public attitudes toward heroism, warfare, and Britons' role in the world. Leech also enjoyed fame as the first illustrator of Charles Dickens' 1843 novella 'A Christmas Carol'.


John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character, Volume 1 (Of 3)

John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character, Volume 1 (Of 3)

Author: John Leech

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2021-01-19

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 8184307020

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John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character, Volume 1 (of 3) by John Leech: This book is a collection of illustrations by John Leech, a prominent British caricaturist and illustrator. The volume presents Leech's witty and satirical depictions of various aspects of Victorian society, including its customs, social classes, and political events. Key Aspects of the Book "John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character, Volume 1 (of 3)": Caricatures and Satire: The book showcases John Leech's talent for caricature and satire, offering humorous and incisive commentary on Victorian society. Victorian Life and Culture: "John Leech's Pictures" provides a glimpse into the customs, fashion, and social dynamics of 19th-century Britain. Illustrative Artistry: The volume celebrates John Leech's skill as an illustrator, capturing the essence of characters and scenes with his artistic flair. John Leech was a British caricaturist and illustrator, known for his contributions to Punch magazine and his skillful depictions of Victorian society. "John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character" showcases Leech's artistic talent and his ability to satirize the social milieu of his time.