Venetian Corfu and Edward Lear's Paintings

The book "Edward Lear on the Corfu Trail" is a 184-page hardback with 43 Lear paintings, 230 photographs, and 30 maps that illustrate 400 years of Venetian rule and Britain's 50-year mandate on the island. It also includes a trail map for Lear's Cannon Walk and a documentary to follow.

Format: Hardback
Publication date: 21 April 2023
Publisher: Yiannis Books

The book, a captivating 184-page hardback, presents a remarkable collection of 43 Lear paintings, along with an astounding 230 photographs and 30 maps. In 1966, John Waller and his wife Jannie arrived in Corfu, where his brother indulged in alcohol and danced with Gerald Durrell. In 1970, they embarked on the construction of a house on the island. Venetian Corfu and Edward Lear's paintings serve as a visual guide, showcasing the remnants of 400 years of Venetian rule and the 50-year British mandate. Edward Lear, renowned for his comic writing, captured the essence of the island nearly 200 years ago. Our journey begins in Venice, traversing the Corfu Channel, and delving into the historical narratives of Ottoman invasions, French occupation, and the Cold War. This book serves as a captivating trailer for the upcoming documentary that awaits us.

Lears Cannon Walk, a captivating trail spanning 23 locations, takes us on a journey through the Jewish Quarter, Venetian Forts, streets reminiscent of Venice, British Palaces, a cricket ground, and French arcades. Each location offers a unique perspective on the island's rich history. Lear on the Corfu Trail, a remarkable 30-painting journey from Paxos in the south to Corfu's northern cape, accompanies maps that meticulously detail the locations where Lear painted. Additionally, the trail explores the sites of Democrats and Oligarchs, where Odysseus landed, and addresses the issue of Global Warming.

ISBN-13: 9780954788797