Evelyn Waugh Rossetti : His Life & Works Paperback Book

Evelyn Waughs first book a portrait of one of the greatest artists of the nienteenth century, from one of the greatest writers of the twentiethBiography, as books about the dead are capriciously catalogued, is still very much in the modeThis is a sparkling account of Dante Gabriel Rossettis tragic and mysterious life, telling the story behind some of the greatest poetry and painting of the nineteenth century. Shot through with charm and dry wit, and illuminated by his sense of kinship with the PreRaphaelite artist, Rossetti is at once a brilliant reevaluation of Rosettis work and legacy, as well as a blast of defiance against the art establishment of Waughs day. The youthful high spirits of the writing make this a true cultural delight New StatesmanTo be celebrated with fireworks, bunting and marching bands Country Life | Evelyn Waugh Rossetti : His Life & Works Paperback Book