Memoir Of John Cheney, Engraver (1889) - Ednah Dow Littlehale Cheney - Bog

Memoir of John Cheney, Engraver is a biographical work written by Ednah Dow Littlehale Cheney in 1889. The book chronicles the life and career of John Cheney, a prominent American engraver who lived in the 19th century. Cheney's memoir is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Cheney's life, including his early years, his apprenticeship as an engraver, his work as a portrait engraver, and his involvement in the anti-slavery movement. Throughout the book, Cheney provides insight into Cheney's creative process, his artistic influences, and his experiences working with notable figures of his time, such as John Quincy Adams and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The memoir also includes reproductions of some of Cheney's most famous engravings, providing readers with a visual representation of his work. Overall, Memoir of John Cheney, Engraver is a fascinating look at the life and career of one of America's most important engravers, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American art.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.