Hogarth's Works, with life and anecdotal descriptions of his pictures. Volume 1 (of 3)

"Hogarth's Works: With Life and Anecdotal Descriptions of His Pictures" by John Ireland and John Nichols, F.S.A., gathers stories and analysis of William Hogarth's artistry, giving readers a look into his moral storytelling through paint. This project shares Hogarth's powerful impact on English art and culture by diving into the stories behind famous works, such as "The Harlot's Progress" and "The Rake's Progress," and showing how they reflect the results of bad choices. The authors share personal stories and thoughts, explaining Hogarth's dedication to capturing human feelings and social issues so everyone can understand and connect with his art, setting the scene for a closer examination of his unique style and the moral messages he wanted to share.