Condition: Very good
Publication Name: Capital Caricatures: A Selection of Etchings by John Kay
Book Title: Capital Caricatures : a Selection of Etchings by John Kay
Book Series: Historical
Narrative Type: Non-Fiction
Item Length: 15 cm
Publisher: Birlinn, the Limited
Original Language: English
Intended Audience: Adults
Edition: First Edition
Publication Year: 2007
Type: Picture Book
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Illustrator: John Kay
Item Height: 21 cm
Author: Sheila Szatkowski
Features: Illustrated
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
Topic: Individual Artists / General
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Number of Pages: 192 Pages
Delve into the captivating world of satire and art with "Capital Caricatures: A Selection of Etchings by John Kay." Published in 2007 by Birlinn, the Limited, this hardcover picture book showcases a first edition compilation of Kay's insightful caricatures, complemented by Sheila Szatkowski's engaging text. With 192 pages of illustrations, this book offers a humorous and vivid portrayal of politicians, artists, and architects, presenting a sharp critique of contemporary society through the lens of historical tradition.
This collectible piece, featuring a dust jacket and tactile elements, is ideal for both young adults and adults interested in art, humour, politics, and society. The book measures 21 cm in height and 15 cm in length, and is a must-have for enthusiasts of modern and contemporary art, biography, and autobiography, as well as collectors of etchings and caricatures.
