Many books were consulted in the writing of this one, too many to list here; but particular mention must be made of Greg Smith’s Thomas Girtin: The Art of Watercolour and David Hill’s Turner in the North, both of which proved invaluable. Any errors or distortions are my own.
Sincere thanks are due to my editor, Katie Espiner, for her great expertise and perceptiveness, and unwavering belief in Will & Tom; Euan Thorneycroft, indefatigable agent and staunch ally; Louisa Joyner, Cassie Browne, Charlotte Cray and Ann Bissell; the teams at HarperCollins and A. M. Heath; the staff of the British Library and Harewood House; Jackman and Middleton, steadfast fellows both; my mother, who keeps the difficult questions to a minimum; my ever-supportive family; and Sarah, of course, my sounding board, beloved co-parent and dearest friend.
My lowest bow to you all.
About the Author
Matthew Plampin was born in 1975 and lives in London. He completed a PhD at the Courtauld Institute of Art, and has written and lectured on nineteenth-century art and architecture. He is the author of three previous novels, Illumination, The Street Philosopher and The Devil’s Acre.
Also by Matthew Plampin
The Street Philosopher
The Devil’s Acre
Illumination
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