Back to the Slaughterhouse and Other Ugly Moments

This collection of Ronald Searle's illustrations captures the darkly humorous and satirical essence of post-war British society. Through a series of sharp, witty drawings, Searle explores themes of absurdity and irony, often highlighting the grotesque and the bizarre in everyday life. His distinctive style and keen eye for detail bring to life a range of characters and situations, offering a unique commentary on the social and cultural landscape of the time. The book is a testament to Searle's ability to blend art with social critique, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Published 1951, Second Impression

Binding of book is intact. Front and back covers are clean of foxing but have stains. Slight foxing and some fading on spine. Moderate tanning and slight foxing on top, fore, and bottom edges. Heavy foxing on endpapers. Slight foxing across pages, which are clean of annotations. Some tanning around margins of pages.

Condition: Well Read