The Confessions of a Caricaturist, Vol. 2

A lively, tongue‑in‑cheek memoir, this volume follows a quick‑witted illustrator as he dances between the studio and the bustle of late‑Victorian society. He recounts the conception of an outrageous parody that astonished the Royal Academy, his eccentric partnership with a fellow cartoonist, and the surprising reception of his work by critics and collectors alike. The narrative blends backstage anecdotes with vivid sketches of London’s slums, offering a vivid snapshot of the art world’s quirks and ambitions.

Beyond the drawing board, the author chronicles his globe‑trotting escapades—from a chaotic Atlantic crossing to colorful encounters in America, Australia and beyond—each episode tinged with humor and keen observation. He also shares the trials of public lecturing, his self‑styled reforms of portraiture, and the absurdities of publishing. The result is a breezy, candid portrait of a creative mind forever chasing the next “artistic joke.