A Written by himself Bewick, Thomas 1753-1828 creator text utu 2019 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "A Memoir of Thomas Bewick" by Thomas Bewick is a memoir and autobiographical account written in the mid-19th century. The book details the life experiences and reflections of Thomas Bewick, a prominent wood engraver and natural historian, as he recounts his childhood, education, and artistic development. It serves as a foundational narrative of Bewick's life and the influences that shaped his work in the field of art and natural observation. The opening of the memoir introduces Bewick's lineage and early life, beginning with a description of his family and upbringing in Cherryburn, Northumberland. Starting from his childhood, Bewick shares vivid recollections of his experiences at school, his love for drawing, and his interactions with the natural world around him. He describes both the challenges he faced, such as harsh schoolmasters and feelings of confinement, as well as the simpler joys, such as exploring the countryside and observing animals. These themes set the stage for a life devoted to art and nature, highlighting how his early experiences influenced his future as an engraver. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2019-08-09 Produced by Chris Curnow, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Bewick, Thomas, 1753-1828 Artists -- England -- Biography Wood-engravers -- England -- Biography NE Original publication data not identified 01008166 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60075 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60075 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134402.0 60075