ISBN: 9780243126262 - Drawn from Memory: Containing Many of the Author's Famous Cartoons and Sketches (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a captivating journey through the life of a man who rose to become a renowned cartoonist, beginning with his humble beginnings in rural Indiana. The author shares a nostalgic look at his childhood, growing up in a time marked by the remnants of the Civil War and the westward expansion, imbued with a blend of Indian lore, local legends, and his family's strong ties to the land. The reader is immersed in vivid accounts of his early adventures, from driving hogs with his father to exploring the woods for buried treasure, all of which helped to shape his unique perspective and artistic sensibility. These experiences, brimming with humor and adventure, ultimately provided the foundation for the author's later work as a cartoonist, where he would draw upon his own memories and observations of the human condition to create a distinct body of work. This book offers a glimpse into the formative years of a celebrated artist, revealing how his childhood experiences and the environment in which he grew up shaped his artistic vision and provided a wellspring of inspiration for his later success. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…