100 Inventions and Discoveries That Changed the World

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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: This book selects 100 classic photographs that have had a significant impact on the world. They represent the changes in people's thoughts, the rebirth of culture, earth-shaking revolutionary actions, and the development of photography itself over more than a century. Most of these precious photographs are taken by renowned photographers. While experiencing the deeply moving images, the perspectives of these master photographers on the world are equally touching. Through the lens of photography, people see landscapes that were once only described in words and paintings, as the real images are directly reproduced on film by light and shadow. Through the lens, people see the scenes of major world events for the first time, and the photos make people feel as if they are on the spot, experiencing and exclaiming. Through the lens, people witness the fierce scenes on the battlefield. Anyone who has seen the girl running in agony after being burned by a napalm bomb is deeply moved. Through the lens, people rediscover the little details of life, the stylish masters, and the dazzling stars. Their personal legends and the life attitudes they represent have truly influenced a generation and continue to do so today. This book selects 100 events that changed the world. All these events together have changed the direction of world development, shaping the world we see today.