Project Gutenberg 2004-07-07 Public domain in the USA. 127 Du Maurier, George 1834 1896 Maurier, George Du Du Maurier, George Louis Palmella Busson Social Pictorial Satire Produced by Ben Courtney, Keith M. Eckrich and the PG Online Distributed Proofreaders "Social Pictorial Satire" by George Du Maurier is a work that serves as an insightful exploration of the craft of caricature and social commentary through illustration, reflecting the late 19th-century Victorian sensibility. This book is not merely a collection of illustrations but rather a thoughtful examination of the art form that critiques and humorously depicts the social customs of the time. Through his unique blend of commentary and artistry, Du Maurier discusses the significance of drawing life as he sees it, with a particular focus on the lighter aspects of society, making it an engaging read for those interested in social satire and artistic expression. In the book, Du Maurier pays homage to the influential caricaturists of his era, particularly John Leech and Charles Keene, while also reflecting on his own experiences as an illustrator. He delves into the delights and challenges that come with portraying everyday life, from the bucolic joys of nature to the whims and follies of social classes. The narratives woven through Du Maurier's drawings encapsulate life’s humor and absurdity, showcasing a vibrant tapestry of characters—from the innocent street children to the aristocratic figures that populate his sketches. Through his candid reflections, readers gain not only an appreciation for the humor inherent in everyday situations but also a perspective on the shifting societal norms of the Victorian period, making this work a significant contribution to the genre of social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. en Leech, John, 1817-1864 Keene, Charles, 1823-1891 Caricature -- England NC Text Category: Humour Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches Category: Art 124186 2025-07-05T16:14:17.182401 text/html 124164 124045 2024-11-06T04:54:58.373169 2023-10-06T06:48:15.152302 text/html text/html 120790 2025-07-05T16:14:22.295379 application/epub+zip 121202 2025-07-05T16:14:19.785383 application/epub+zip 113958 2025-07-05T16:14:18.759396 application/epub+zip 257679 2025-07-05T16:14:24.145383 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 246976 2025-07-05T16:14:21.672381 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 200999 2022-09-06T22:43:55.206628 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 110025 2025-07-05T16:14:16.951399 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 90225 2024-10-28T19:53:55 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 17856 2025-07-05T16:14:24.260355 application/rdf+xml 15432 2025-07-05T16:14:19.241393 image/jpeg 4103 2025-07-05T16:14:18.998376 image/jpeg 119100 2025-07-05T16:14:17.193378 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia