Autobiographical Recollections By The Late Charles Robert Leslie (1860)

Autobiographical Recollections By The Late Charles Robert Leslie (1860) is a book written by Charles Robert Leslie, an English painter and author. The book is a collection of Leslie's personal recollections and experiences throughout his life, including his childhood, education, and career as an artist. Leslie provides insights into the art world and the society of his time, offering anecdotes and personal observations about his contemporaries, including William Hogarth, Sir Joshua Reynolds, and Thomas Lawrence. He also shares his thoughts on the state of the arts in England and the challenges faced by artists during his lifetime. The book is written in a conversational style and offers a unique perspective on the life and times of an artist in the 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art and the social and cultural context in which it was created.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.