Edwards, Steven
Photography: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN 13:
- 9780192801647
- author:
- Edwards, Steven
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 17.27 x 0.76 x 10.67 centimetres
- Genre:
- Media studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Photography is an integral part of our daily lives, from sensationalist images in tabloid papers to personal family snapshots and art photography displayed in galleries. This thought-provoking exploration of the subject provides a clear and lively approach to understanding the definition, importance, and meaning of photography.
Steve Edwards examines the historical development of photography, its purpose and meaning within a wider cultural context, and discusses both well-known and unusual photos. He considers issues such as truth and recording, objectivity and fine art, identity and memory in relation to photographs.
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