Publisher's Synopsis
The Autobiography and Memoirs of Benjamin Robert Haydon is a two-volume book that chronicles the life of English painter Benjamin Robert Haydon. The book covers the period from 1786 to 1846, and is a detailed account of Haydon's life, from his childhood to his career as a painter. The first volume covers his early life, including his childhood in Plymouth, his education at the Royal Academy of Arts in London, and his early struggles as a painter. The second volume covers his later life, including his marriage, his travels, and his eventual suicide. Throughout the book, Haydon provides a vivid and often candid account of his life, including his personal struggles, his artistic ambitions, and his relationships with other artists and intellectuals of his time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art, as well as for those interested in the social and cultural history of nineteenth-century England.Two Volumes In One.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.
