Phil May's Sketch-Book

Phil May's Sketch-Book, published by R.H. Russell from 1895 to 1899, collects the sharp, deceptively simple line work of the celebrated British caricaturist Phil May. Though only a single issue was released, the volume captures May's masterful economy of line and his keen eye for London street life, marking a pivotal moment in the development of modern comic art. His influence on subsequent generations of cartoonists makes this a cornerstone for anyone interested in the roots of the medium.