Abstract
"An Alphabet of Celebrities" by Oliver Herford is a whimsical and satirical illustrated work that traverses the English alphabet through the lives and legends of various historical and mythological figures. Known for his wit, Herford pairs unlikely characters—such as Alcibiades meeting Aphrodite or Brigham Young encountering Gilbert and Sullivan characters—within a humorous poetic structure. Each letter of the alphabet serves as a stage for creative caricatures and clever rhymes th ...