In a Storm

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The round hat, laden with novels, in a storm.

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Artist

Name:
Leech, John
Dates:
1817-1864
Country:
UK

Illustration

Subjects:
Humor, Narratives
Technique:
Wood Engraving
Format:
Landscape (wider)
Source:
Robarts Library, the Internet Archive

Book

Title:
Pictures of life and character, vol. 1
Author:
Leech, John
Publisher:
London: Bradbury, Agnew & Co., 1886
Open Library:
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Description:

A sailor in oilskin and full sailing gear walks towards a ruffled young lady losing her books in the blowing gale. The caption goes on:

Ancient mariner: “Hold on a bit, miss—I’ll tow you off— You should never carry so much sail in a sou-wester!”

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