In this book, Leslie and Taylor provide a unique firsthand account of the art world in the 19th century. Leslie, a prominent British portrait painter, shares his memories of working alongside other famous artists and intellectuals, while Taylor, a playwright and critic, offers an insider's perspective on the literary scene. This volume is a fascinating glimpse into the cultural life of the time.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.