{"product_id":"words-pictures-writers-artists-and-a-peculiarly-british-tradition","title":"Words \u0026 Pictures: Writers, Artists and a Peculiarly British Tradition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eWords \u0026amp; Pictures looks at how artists have responded to two great works, Paradise Lost and Pilgrim's Progress, Hogarth and Fielding, Wordsworth and Bewick, and Dickens and Phiz, exploring how artists have responded to these works and how they link daily life to the universal, passionate, and sublime. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 176 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 04 July 2019\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Faber \u0026amp; Faber\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWords \u0026amp; Pictures delves into the captivating interplay between words and illustrations, shedding light on how these two artistic elements convey stories in distinct ways. Through three engaging encounters between writers and artists, this insightful book explores the diverse responses of artists to two contrasting masterpieces, Paradise Lost and Pilgrim's Progress. It also examines the remarkable collaboration between Hogarth and Fielding, two pioneering innovators who shared common goals, as well as the separate yet intertwined work of Wordsworth and Bewick, a poet and engraver, both deeply influenced by the spirit of their era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA brief coda takes us into the realm of writers and artists who work together from the very beginning, such as Dickens and Phiz, Lewis Carroll and Tenniel. Throughout its pages, this captivating book offers a rich tapestry of insights, ranging from amusing to poignant, inviting readers to immerse themselves in its thoughtful examination of the visions it considers. These visions connect the everyday world to the universal, the passionate, and the sublime, offering a profound exploration of the human experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn conclusion, Words \u0026amp; Pictures is a must-read for anyone interested in the dynamic relationship between words and illustrations, offering a thought-provoking and enjoyable journey into the realms of creativity and artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 192g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 136 x 179 x 15 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780571354115                            \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: Main                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jenny Uglow","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44097030193402,"sku":"9780571354115","price":7.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/429b2b3991e329a8d6797687dc9fd17d.jpg?v=1627704066","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/words-pictures-writers-artists-and-a-peculiarly-british-tradition","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}