Will Dyson, G K Chesterton

Broschiertes Buch

Australia at War

Beschreibung

"Australia at War: Drawings at the front" offers a powerful and immediate glimpse into the brutal realities of World War I. Featuring the striking war drawings of Will Dyson, this collection provides a stark winter record of the Somme and Ypres campaigns during 1916 and 1917. Dyson's artwork captures the harrowing experiences of soldiers on the Western Front, providing a visual testament to the Great War. The drawings, meticulously reproduced, offer a unique perspective on the conflict, focusing on the human cost of WWI. This historical account will appeal to those interested in military history, specifically the campaigns in Belgium and France. "Australia at War" stands as a compelling primary source and a powerful artistic statement, documenting a crucial period in European history. A vital addition to any collection on World War I. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Will Dyson was an Australian artist, writer, and political cartoonist, remembered predominantly for his contribution to the satirical and political commentary of the early 20th century. Born in Alfredton, Victoria, on 19 September 1880, Dyson developed a keen eye for social and political nuances, which he translated into his artistic work [Draffin, N. (1983). Dyson's London: The Australian Cartoonist in the Old Dart During the First World War. Overland, (87), 17-24.]. His astute observations were encapsulated in his written work 'Australia at War', a poignant reflection on the nation's involvement and the broader implications of the First World War [Dyson, W. (1918). Australia at War. London: The Fine Art Society]. This illustrated book, featuring his own drawings, offers a raw and authentic insight into the wartime experience from an Australian perspective. Dyson's style is characterized by its incisive wit and bold linear quality, with an unflinching approach to critique and patriotism, which set a tone of a distinctly Australian voice in the realm of war literature and artistry [Reid, J. (1986). Australian Artists at War, Vol. 1. Sun Books, Melbourne.]. His commitment to truth through satire made Dyson not only a prominent figure in Australian culture but also a respected commentator in the United Kingdom, where he worked for the 'Daily Herald' and pioneered the pocket cartoon. Dyson passed away on 21 January 1938, leaving behind a legacy that endures in both the literary and visual arts.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 54
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 91g
• ISBN-13: 9781023524520
• ISBN-10: 102352452X
• Artikelnr.: 74002235