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This biography delves into the life of Edward Lear, exploring his dual passions for poetry and art. Jenny Uglow, an award-winning biographer, highlights Lear's unique contributions to literature and visual arts, revealing the complexities of his character and the influences that shaped his work. Through rich storytelling, the book uncovers Lear's whimsical creativity and the personal struggles he faced, offering an engaging portrait of a beloved figure in the arts.
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Mr. Lear: A Life of Art and Nonsense, Jenny Uglow
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- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- Mr. Lear: A Life of Art and Nonsense
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jenny Uglow
- Publisher
- Farrar, Straus and Giroux
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 608
- ISBN13
- 9780374113339
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- This biography delves into the life of Edward Lear, exploring his dual passions for poetry and art. Jenny Uglow, an award-winning biographer, highlights Lear's unique contributions to literature and visual arts, revealing the complexities of his character and the influences that shaped his work. Through rich storytelling, the book uncovers Lear's whimsical creativity and the personal struggles he faced, offering an engaging portrait of a beloved figure in the arts.