The Life of Benjamin Robert Haydon Volume 1 is a biographical work that details the life and career of Benjamin Robert Haydon, a historical painter. The book is based on Haydon's autobiography and journals, providing a firsthand account of his experiences as an artist during the early 19th century. The volume covers Haydon's early life and education, his struggles to establish himself as a painter, his successes and failures as an artist, and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, including William Wordsworth and John Keats. The book also explores Haydon's political and social views, as well as his personal life and struggles with depression and financial difficulties. Overall, The Life of Benjamin Robert Haydon Volume 1 offers a comprehensive and intimate portrait of a significant figure in the history of British art.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.