Corpus. Mentem. Anima.
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Title: The Fortunes & Misfortune of the Famous Moll Flanders
Author: Joseph Darracott
Edition: 1st Edition, 1st Printing
Provenance: The Folio Society Edition, includes slipcase
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 1985
Publisher: The Folio Society, London
Description:
Renowned English landscape painter, John Constable. Joseph Darracott explores Constable's artistic journey through his personal letters and correspondence, offering insights into his creative process, his relationship with the English countryside, and the challenges he faced in his career. The book features a grey cloth binding with an illustrated paper cartouche showcasing a sepia Constable landscape on the front cover. The spine is adorned with gilt titling set against a brown background, and the text blocks are described as bright and crisp. The book is housed within a full-colour pictorial paper-bound slipcase, featuring Constable's painting, "The Leaping Horse". This edition is illustrated with both colour and black and white plates of Constable's paintings and drawings, further enriching the reading experience. This Folio Society edition provides a beautiful and insightful look at the man behind the iconic paintings and his enduring connection to the English landscape. It is a valuable addition to any collection of art history, biographies of English artists, or finely printed books from The Folio Society.
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