The Farington Diary

The Farington Diary by Joseph Farington is a collection of entries that provide insights into the arts literature and politics of the early 19th century. The diary covers a wide range of topics including financial struggles of a painter elections and significant events like the capture of the Dutch Island of Curacoa. It also includes anecdotes about prominent figures such as Sir Joshua Reynolds Madame Catalani and Lord Nelson offering a glimpse into the social and cultural life of the period.