John Martin: Apocalypse Now!, Hardcover/Barbara C. Morden

An internationally renowned painter in his time (1789-1854), John Martin created paintings of apocalyptic destruction and biblical disaster. He is credited with influencing a remarkable range of people, including the Brontes and the Pre-Raphaelites. About the Author: Barbara Morden is a research consultant and lecturer in 18th and 19th century arts at the Open University in England and a visiting lecturer in art history at the University of Durham.