Gustave Dore is an artist with widespread appeal and his London engravings are among his most highly regarded accomplishments. Divided into four major sections, Rags, Riches, Work and Play, the book covers the full panoply of his 19th-century London. The texts are drawn from a range of fictional and non-fictional works and have been meticulously compiled to enhance Dore's engravings and capture his mood.
Author Biography
Experienced author, academic and 19th-century specialist