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"Phiz" (Hablot Knight Browne), a Memoir
"Phiz" is a biography about Hablot Knight Browne, an English artist and illustrator. Well-known by his pen name, Phiz, he illustrated books by Charles Dickens, Charles Lever, and Harrison Ainsworth. Excerpt: "Fizz, Whizz, or something of that sort," humorous Tom Hood would say when trying to recall the pseudonym that has since become so familiar using the innumerable works of art to which it was appended. At the time Hablot Knight Browne first used this quaint sobriquet, it was customary to look upon book-illustrators as second, or even third-rate artists—mere hacks..."
Phiz' (Hablot Knight Browne), a Memoir.
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"Phiz" (Hablot Knight Browne)
Reminiscences of Dickens' illustrator.
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Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne)
Excerpt from Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne): A Memoir, Including a Selection From His Correspondence and Notes on His Principal Works When Phiz had been selected as the illustrator of the Pickwick Papers, his generous rival was the first to tell him the good news, and Offer his congratulations. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
"Phiz" (Hablot Knight Browne), a Memoir
In 'Phiz' (Hablot Knight Browne), a Memoir, Frederic George Kitton explores the life and artistic contributions of the renowned illustrator Phiz. Kitton delves into Phiz's iconic illustrations for Charles Dickens' novels, showcasing his intricate and expressive style that brought the characters to life. Through detailed analysis, Kitton sheds light on the literary context of Phiz's work and his impact on the Victorian era's visual storytelling. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the collaboration between Phiz and Dickens, enriching readers' understanding of the Victorian literary world. Kitton's writing is both informative and engaging, making it a must-read for enthusiasts of Victorian literature and art history. The detailed descriptions of Phiz's illustrations offer a new perspective on the significance of visual storytelling in 19th-century literature. As a respected scholar in the field, Kitton's insights into Phiz's life and career make this memoir a valuable addition to any literary scholar's library.
