The Life Of David Roberts: Compiled From His Journals And Other Sources (1866) - Paperback

by David Roberts (Author), James Ballantine (Editor)

The Life of David Roberts is a biographical book published in 1866. It is a compilation of the journals and other sources of David Roberts, a Scottish painter who was famous for his travel sketches and paintings. The book provides a detailed account of Roberts' life, starting from his childhood in Edinburgh to his travels across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Roberts' experiences and observations are presented in a chronological order, giving readers a glimpse into the artist's perspective on the places he visited and the people he met. The book also includes illustrations of Roberts' paintings and sketches, which add depth and context to his written accounts. Overall, The Life of David Roberts is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the life of an artist and the history of travel and exploration in the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.