Maldwin Drummond Books

A new edition of the definitive study of the background to the writing of The Riddle of the Sands by Erskine Childers, now beautifully illustrated by Martin Mackrill .

Maldwin Drummond explores the life and ways of Edward Lear, the artist, author and nonsense writer. In 1996, he and his wife Gilly set off in their yacht, sailing south to the heel of Italy. With the aid of copies of Lear's pictures, they discovered where he sat to capture his wonderful images of coastal scenes.

Maldwin Drummond OBE is a passionate sailor who has always been immersed in the history and ecology of the Solent and The Waterside, described by him first as the place 'where the sea meets the Forest'. He is the best of storytellers for this tale, with his quirky watercolour illustrations adding colour and irresistible appeal.

In the United States, Edward Lear is best remembered for his delightful limericks and other nonsense poetry. In 1996, Maldwin and his wife Gilly set off in their sailing yacht Gang Warily through the rivers and canals of France to the Mediterranean and south Italy to reach the scenes Lear had described in paint and in words.Edward Lear (1812-1888) had many talents that this book recaptures. He was an artist, illustrator and a writer known for his nonsensical poetry and limericks, a form he popularized. He spent many years in Italy and he managed to paint the landscape, particularly the coast, in his drawings in a way that showed his admiration for the scenery and demonstrated his ability as a topographical artist. He is considered the original green tourist, advocating his way of wandering on foot with a sketchbook to capture the countryside and enjoy the people.After You, Mr. Lear is a superbly illustrated work highlighting Lear s many talents with previously unpublished material.