The Loving Ballad of Lord Bateman

A single-issue Victorian-era comic from Tilt and Bogue, The Loving Ballad of Lord Bateman adapts a traditional folk ballad into a richly illustrated narrative. Published in 1839, it stands as an early example of the comic format in England, bridging the gap between illustrated chapbooks and sequential storytelling. The work is particularly noted for its collaboration between writer and illustrator, capturing the era's fascination with folk traditions and visual humor.