First edition. Destined to be of equal importance for librarians, collectors and dealers interested in the illustrators of the 20th century as the work started by Simon Houfe. Contains information on some 1000 British illustrators. Includes introductory articles on such topics as commercial art, wood engravings and children's book illustrators. Biographical details of each artist and his works are followed by detailed bibliographies. "The broad scope and detailed information...will make this an essential reference tool for all those interested in the graphic art of the 20th century." 456 pages. cloth, dust jacket.. 4to..