Thomas Bewick
Thomas Bewick was an English wood-engraver and natural history author. Early in his career he took on all kinds of work such as engraving cutlery, making the wood blocks for advertisements, and illustrating children's books. He gradually turned to illustrating, writing and publishing his own books, gaining an adult audience for the fine illustrations in A History of Quadrupeds.
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A Memoir of Thomas Bewick Written by himself
Discover the real-life tale of a young artist who finds his calling through hard work and a love for the natural world, eventually becoming one of the great wood engravers.
By Thomas Bewick
The History of Little King Pippin With an Account of the Melancholy Death of Four Naughty Boys, Who were Devoured by Wild Beasts. And the Wonderful Delivery of Master Harry Harmless, by a Little White Horse.
A virtuous boy becomes king and governs with kindness, while naughty children meet disastrous ends, teaching a timeless lesson about the power of choice.
By Thomas Bewick