Richard Doyle

Richard Doyle
Richard Doyle (1824–1883) was a British illustrator known for his detailed and whimsical artwork, particularly in the genre of fantasy. He was one of the early contributors to "Punch" magazine, where he created its famous cover design that was used for over a century. Doyle also illustrated books, including Charles Dickens' "The Chimes" and his own work "In Fairyland," which showcased his talent for creating enchanting depictions of fairy tales and mythical creatures. His illustrations were highly regarded for their intricate detail and imaginative quality, solidifying his reputation as a prominent Victorian artist.

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In a secluded and mountainous part of Stiria there was, in old time, a valley of the most surprising and luxuriant fertility. It was surrounded, on all sides, by steep and rocky mountains, rising into peaks, which were always covered with snow, and from which a number of torrents descended in constant cataracts. One of these fell westward, over the face of a crag so high, that, when the sun had set to... more...

AFTER A ROUGH PASSAGE, BROWN, JONES, AND ROBINSON ARE HERE SEEN LANDED AT OSTEND, SURROUNDED, AND A LITTLE BEWILDERED, BY THE NATIVES, WHO OVERWHELM THEM WITH ATTENTIONS—SEIZE THE LUGGAGE, THRUST CARDS INTO THEIR HANDS, DRAG THEM IN SEVERAL DIRECTIONS AT ONCE, ALL TALKING TOGETHER (WHICH PREVENTED THEIR DIRECTIONS BEING SO CLEAR AS THEY OTHERWISE WOULD HAVE BEEN)—AND, FINALLY, ALL EXPECTING MONEY!... more...