Arcturus Epic Classics The Illustrations of Gustave Doré: Including Paradise Lost the Divine Comedy and the Bible (Hardcover)

This beautifully presented hardback edition with printed edges reproduces all of Doré s London illustrations alongside carefully selected texts of the period. Supremely gifted and prolific Gustave Doré illustrated some of the greatest literary works ever written including Paradise Lost Idylls of the King The Divine Comedy and The Adventures of Baron Munchausen. His Romantic style full of drama imagination and verve remains unparalleled. This sumptuously produced edition presents Doré s finest works alongside carefully chosen excerpts from the texts they illustrate. Each section covers a different project and provides detailed introductory text to both the literary work and the illustrations. Containing over 180 unforgettable images this volume will bring hours of enjoyment. This edition is presented in a luxury large format with gold blocking and beautiful printed edges.