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100 1 _aJerrold, Blanchard,
_d1826-1884
245 1 4 _aThe Life of George Cruikshank in Two Epochs, Vol. 2. (of 2)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-01-23
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"The Life of George Cruikshank in Two Epochs, Vol. 2" by Blanchard Jerrold is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the life and works of George Cruikshank, a notable caricaturist and social satirist, during pivotal moments of his career, showcasing his contributions to satirical art and literature. The text highlights the collaboration between Cruikshank and various writers, such as Thackeray and Dickens, as well as his strong moral stance against societal issues, particularly the effects of alcohol. The opening of the second volume delves into Cruikshank's involvement with the "Comic Almanac" in the 1830s, which allowed him to express his humorous observations of society through illustrations. It notes how his work satirized contemporary issues, including quackery and the temperance movement. The narrative enumerates specific works and illustrations he produced, emphasizing his sharp wit and benevolence in addressing the folly of his time. The section provides a vivid sense of London life and the socio-political context in which Cruikshank operated, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his artistic legacy throughout the remainder of the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCruikshank, George, 1792-1878
700 1 _aCruikshank, George,
_d1792-1878
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44742
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