Suppressed Plates, Wood Engravings, Etc.: Together With Other Curiosities Germane Thereto (1907)

Suppressed Plates, Wood Engravings, Etc.: Together With Other Curiosities Germane Thereto is a book written by George Somes Layard in 1907. The book is a collection of various suppressed plates, wood engravings, and other curiosities related to them. Layard explores the history behind these suppressed plates and the reasons why they were deemed controversial or offensive. The book also includes reproductions of some of these plates, allowing readers to see them for themselves. Additionally, Layard provides commentary and analysis on each of the plates, offering insight into their cultural and historical significance. Overall, Suppressed Plates, Wood Engravings, Etc. is a fascinating look at the intersection of art, censorship, and history.Being An Account Of Certain Matters Peculiarly Alluring To The Collector.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.