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""Aubrey Beardsley"" is a biographical book written by Robert Baldwin Ross in 1921. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the life and artistic career of Aubrey Beardsley, a prominent English illustrator and author who rose to fame in the late 19th century. The book delves into Beardsley's early life, education, and artistic influences, as well as his contributions to the Art Nouveau movement and his controversial illustrations for Oscar Wilde's play, ""Salome"". Ross also explores Beardsley's personal life, including his struggle with tuberculosis and his relationships with other artists and writers of the time. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the life and work of this influential artist. Overall, ""Aubrey Beardsley"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and design, as well as the cultural and social landscape of late Victorian England.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.