The Life and Studies of Benjamin West, Esq: President of the Royal Academy of London, Prior to His Arrival in England

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Benjamin West was one of the most celebrated artists of the 18th century, and his rise to fame is the subject of this absorbing biography by John Galt. Drawing on extensive archival research and personal interviews, Galt traces West's early years in Pennsylvania, his training in Italy, and his ascent to the presidency of the Royal Academy of London. Along the way, readers will learn about the political, social, and artistic forces that shaped West's life and career.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.