William Hamilton Gibson: artist—naturalist—author

"William Hamilton Gibson: artist—naturalist—author" by John Coleman Adams, tells the story of William Hamilton Gibson and his impact on art and naturalism, showing how he affected attitudes toward nature in America. The book starts with Gibson's early life, focusing on his happy childhood in Sandy Hook, Connecticut, where the beautiful scenery began his love of nature and art. It then talks about his time at the Gunnery, a special boarding school, where he developed his artistic skills and deepened his understanding of nature. These early experiences demonstrate how Gibson became a well-known artist and naturalist, setting the stage for the rest of his remarkable life.