<p>In 'John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character,' William Makepeace Thackeray delivers a brilliant forward to the collection of caricatures by the Victorian master illustrator, John Leech. Thackeray paints a vivid literary canvas, exploring the societal norms and idiosyncrasies of the 19th century with eloquence and wry humor. His prose is incisive, reflecting a distinct style characterized by sharp wit and astute observations, which places it...