By Simon Brett. London: Primrose Hill Press, 2002. Brett, one of the finest internationally acclaimed wood engravers, is the British author of this monumental (480 pages), first of its kind, comprehensive study of engravers around the world. Contains hundreds of magnificent color and black and white illustrations (657) of representative engravings of over 200 renowned artists from twenty-three countries. This study is essential for anyone studying the field of wood engraving or wood cuts, aspiring to be an engraver or for lovers of the delicate, yet at times raw, blunt and emotional, inspiration arising from the contemplation of a wood engraving and wood cuts. 242 x 170 mm, 480 pp. Hardbound with dustjacket.