Caricature and Other Comic Art in All Times and Many Lands - James Parton - Bog

""Caricature and Other Comic Art in All Times and Many Lands"" is a comprehensive book written by James Parton that explores the history and evolution of caricature and comic art across different cultures and time periods. The book covers various forms of comic art, including cartoons, satirical illustrations, and caricatures, and examines their social and political significance. Parton delves into the works of famous artists, such as William Hogarth and Honor����� Daumier, and provides insight into their techniques and styles. The book also includes hundreds of illustrations and images, providing readers with a visual representation of the art discussed. Overall, ""Caricature and Other Comic Art in All Times and Many Lands"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history and cultural significance of comic art.1878. This volume contains a greater variety of pictures of a comic and satirical cast than anything before the book was published. Many nations are represented in it, both ancient and modern, pagan and Christian, as well as most of the names identified with art of this nature. It contains well over 200 fascinating illustrations, and details how this type of art has progressed in diverse societies throughout 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.