These magnificent illustrations; created for a 1905 edition of Washington Irvings enchanting fairy tale; established Arthur Rackham as a leading illustrator of his time. The illustrations featured traits that soon were to characterize much of Rackhams art: flowing pen lines and muted watercolors; forests of looming trees; lovely fairy maidens; and quizzical troll-like figures. Today these images are recognized as among Rackhams very best works.This edition features all 51 full-page color plates; as well as the full text of Irvings classic tale. And enduring foundation of Catskill lore; the captivating narrative recounts the fanciful adventures of an amiable neer-do-well colonial farmer who wanders into the highlands; falls asleep after drinking with a band of strange little mountain men; and wakes twenty years later in a world that has passed him by.Effusing a gentle humor; Rackhams art is a constant reminder of a more innocent era. This edition mdash; sure to enchant art lovers mdash; will also delight Rackham devotees and fantasy fans alike.
#3447558 in eBooks 2007-08-31 2007-08-31File Name: B008FZ0R1E
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