Hogarth’s Second Volume: Beauty, Satire, and Social Insight
A rich collection that pairs the humor of Hogarth’s prints with a clear guide to beauty, morality, and history. This edition presents key works and the author’s analyses, inviting you to view 18th‑century art and culture through a sharp, accessible lens.
This volume surveys Hogarth’s prints alongside a thoughtful commentary on the Principles of Beauty. You’ll encounter lively scenes from Strolling Players in a Barn to Moses brought before Pharaoh’s Daughter, plus political satire in Four Prints of an Election. The accompanying notes illuminate character, setting, and social critique without requiring prior specialist knowledge.
- Read engaging descriptions of major plates and the social ideas they mock
- Learn how Hogarth’s humor and moral commentary are shaped by early modern ideas of beauty
- See the connection between the artist’s work and historical context, life, and culture
- Discover the structure and themes of the Analysis of Beauty as it relates to form, proportion, and fashion
Ideal for readers of art history, printmaking, and curious collectors seeking context for Hogarth’s influential work.