This is a black and white illustration depicting a scene titled 'Burning of Pynchon Book'. A group of men, dressed in 17th-century attire, are gathered around a small fire. They are burning books, holding them aloft before casting them into the flames. The men are wearing wide-brimmed hats and long coats, and some are carrying muskets. The scene is set in a grassy landscape with trees in the background. The style of the illustration is reminiscent of historical engravings, with detailed linework and shading. The overall mood is somber and suggests a scene of religious or political persecution.