The Etchings of Charles Meryon

"The Etchings of Charles Meryon" by Campbell Dodgson is an exploration of the life and art of Charles Meryon, a French artist known for his etchings of Paris. The book looks at Meryon’s life, from his early days to his battles with mental health, showing how these experiences shaped his art. It gives a close examination of Meryon's most important works, especially "Eaux-fortes sur Paris," pointing out how his illustrations captured both the beauty and the melancholy of the city. It details Meryon’s artistic growth, and puts his work in context to the art world at the time.