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The Photography Book

by Phaidon Press
The Photography Book - Thryft
The Photography Book - Thryft

Capture the essence: Photographers that changed the world.

This book would be an excellent choice for anyone interested in photography and its evolution over time. From the mid-19th century to present day, The Photography Book offers an introduction into the most influential photographers and their works. Through its compilation of 500 photographers, readers will get a glimpse of the evolution of the art form and its impact on society. It's a perfect choice for anyone with an interest in history, art, and culture.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Photography Book

by Phaidon Press
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This book may contain very minor cosmetic defects, but it is in pristine condition. There should be no yellowing, no foxing, no water damage, and no annotations of any kind on the cover and the pages. For paperbacks, there should not be any crease marks on the spine. This book is good as new — lucky you!

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ISBN: 9780714836348
Authors: Phaidon Press
Publisher: Phaidon Press
Date of Publication: 1997-02-10
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Travel, History, Art
Related Topics: Reference, History, Photography, Art and Photography, Art History, Design
Goodreads rating: 3.94
(rated by 9279 readers)

Description

Since its birth over one and a half centuries ago, photography has undergone a number of twists and turns in its progress from a practical means of documentation to an art form with its own icons, heroes, galleries and collectors. The Photography Book brings together 500 inspiring, moving and beautiful images of famous events and people, sensational landscapes, historic moments, ground-breaking photojournalism, insightful portraits, sport, wildlife, fashion and the everyday.Following the winning formula of The Art Book and The 20th Century Art Book, The Photography Book is arranged in alphabetical order by photographer offering us a window on the last 150 years as it takes us on a journey through familiar and strange images by great, unknown and innovative photographers from around the world. Each image is discussed in detail, bringing it to life and offering us an understanding of this art form which plays such a large role in our everyday lives.An accessible, informative and easy-to-use guide, The Photography Book brings together an overview of this incredibly rich and diverse medium. A simple system of cross-referencing offers easy access to photographers working with a similar approach or using different means to capture the same subject. Glossaries of technical terms and movements and a directory of museums and galleries where photography is permanently exhibited are also included to provide a fully comprehensive volume.
 

Capture the essence: Photographers that changed the world.

This book would be an excellent choice for anyone interested in photography and its evolution over time. From the mid-19th century to present day, The Photography Book offers an introduction into the most influential photographers and their works. Through its compilation of 500 photographers, readers will get a glimpse of the evolution of the art form and its impact on society. It's a perfect choice for anyone with an interest in history, art, and culture.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.