A Brief History of Photography

Author: Ian Jeffreys
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Publish Date: 2002-12-01
Features: Unlike the typical history books we're familiar with, the author of this book doesn't start with the invention of photography; instead, he dives straight into photographers and their works. More accurately, it's a concise history of photography in the West and Europe written 20 years ago. The author's scope covers photographers active in the mainstream societies of the West and Europe from the 1840s to the 1970s. It is not a comprehensive record of time, events, and figures, but rather a simple critique of photographic history. It explains the criteria for judging the quality of a photograph, the unique aspects of capturing scenes through photography, where the essence of a photograph lies, and the relationship between photography and other art forms. Ian Jeffreys' classic work is a simple critique of photographic history, explaining the basis for judging the quality of a photograph, the unique aspects of capturing scenes through photography, where the essence of a photograph lies, and the relationship between photography and other art forms. With examples ranging from the father of photography, Fox Talbot, to contemporary photographic masters, this outstanding study provides a unique guide for commentary. As noted by British Book News, this book is essential reading for anyone studying photography, those interested in visual media, or professionals working in photographic image dissemination.