The Arthur Rackham Colouring Book - Vol. I (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781473327030)

An adult colouring book with a difference

Inside this Arthur Rackham Colouring Book, you will find fifty-four stunning vintage black-and-white 'Golden Age' illustrations - by a true master of the craft. Sinuous lines and striking imagery abound; perfect for loosing yourself in a flurry of creative colouring. For both adults and children alike, it provides the perfect way to relax and unwind - an imaginative break from the stresses of daily life. Some outlines are simple, others more intricate, but all offer the opportunity to create your own unique, and beautiful art.

This collection is more than the traditional 'fill in the gaps' colouring book. It is dedicated to the artwork of Arthur Rackham (1867-1939) one of the most celebrated artists of the British Golden Age of Illustration. Whether producing whimsical children's images or murkier, foreboding drawings for adults, Rackham's unique style of illustration was (and still is) admired by countless collectors, critics, and the general public. For the first time, this book brings together a carefully chosen selection of his black-and-white images - allowing you to partake in his astounding creativity.

Pook Press celebrates the great 'Golden Age of Illustration' in children's literature - a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration.