Illustrator&Author - Mervyn Peake

Mervyn Peake was a talented author and illustrator best known for his Gormenghast series. Here are some of his notable works:

• "Titus Groan" (1946):

The first book in the Gormenghast series, introducing readers to the sprawling and decaying castle of Gormenghast and its eccentric inhabitants.

• "Gormenghast" (1950):

The second book in the series, continuing the story of Titus Groan as he navigates the strange and oppressive world of Gormenghast.

• "Titus Alone" (1959):

The third and final book in the Gormenghast series, following Titus as he ventures out into a wider world beyond the castle.

• "Mr Pye" (1953):

A standalone novel that tells the story of Mr. Pye, a man who experiences strange transformations after a visit to the island of Sark.

• "Boy in Darkness" (1956):

A novella set in the world of Gormenghast, focusing on a character named Boy and his journey through a dark and mysterious landscape.

These works showcase Mervyn Peake's unique and imaginative storytelling, characterized by his rich prose and intricate world-building. The Gormenghast series, in particular, is highly regarded for its atmospheric and surreal depiction of a fantastical world.

References;

1.  "Mervyn Peake biography – 1911–1968". mervynpeake.org. 2013. Retrieved 29 August 2015.
2. The 50 greatest British writers since 1945. 5 January 2008. The Times. Retrieved on 2022-08-02.
3. Eleanor Johnson Ward (8 September 2017). "Art in the Archives / The horrors of war". The National Archives. Retrieved 15 September 2017.
4. Imperial War Museum. "War artists archive Mervyn Peake". Imperial War Museum. Retrieved 11 August 2014.
5. Art from the Second World War. Imperial War Museum. 2007. ISBN 978-1-904897-66-8.
6. As recounted by Clare Peake on the BBC Radio 4 programme Midweek, 22 June 2011.
7. Sarah Colegrave Fine Art. "Edgar Ainsworth (1905–1975)". Sarah Colegrave Fine Art. Archived from the original on 1 December 2017. Retrieved 2 July 2016.

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