George Catlin: Painter of Indian Life

by Richard Worth

Overview

First Published in 2009. This book brings together the work of George Catlin's illustrations and observations of the American Indian tribes, lands, people and way of living, and peoples, initially exhibited in New York city in September 1837

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780765681522
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/31/2009
Series:	Show Me America (Group 1) Series
Pages:	80
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	11 - 12 Years

About the Author

Richard Worth, a Connecticut-based writer, is the author of more than fifty books for young adults. These include biographies, histories, books on current events, and family living. He is a collector of American Impressionist paintings by Connecticut artists from the Old Lyme School. His interest in George Catlin grew out of books that he has written on the Apache Indians and America’s Manifest Destiny.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Exhibit in New York City; Chapter 2 The Early Years; Chapter 3 Beginning a Life’s Work; Chapter 4 Painting the West; Chapter 5 The Wild West Show; Chapter 6 Last Adventures;

Editorial Reviews

Gr 6-9

This is an attractive book with an engaging text that relates the remarkable story of an early American artist who is best remembered for his lifelike depictions of Native Americans. The book incorporates outstanding full-color reproductions of his sketches and paintings, with explanations of their context. Worth's focus is on the artist's talents and contributions, but the book also mentions his shortcomings and personal flaws. Interesting primary-source quotes from letters, notes, and articles from period newspapers and magazines flesh out Catlin's unique life and works. Unfortunately, not all of the quotes are thoroughly documented. Overall, this is a worthwhile purchase.-Patricia N. McClune, Conestoga Valley High School, Lancaster, PA

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