Robinson, Fiona
The Bluest of Blues: Anna Atkins and the First Book of Photograph
- ISBN 13:
- 9781419725517
- author:
- Robinson, Fiona
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Abrams Books for Young Readers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 48
- Dimensions:
- 31.1 x 23.5 x 1.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Children's, Fiction, Biography & Autobiography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Anna Atkins and the First Book of Photographs is a beautifully illustrated biography that tells the story of Anna Atkins, a pioneering botanist and photographer. Born in 1799, Anna was raised by her loving father, who encouraged her scientific education despite the limited opportunities available to women at the time. Fascinated by the plant life around her, Anna became a skilled botanist, recording her findings in detailed illustrations and engravings. Her work took on a new dimension with the invention of cyanotype photography in 1842, allowing her to catalogue plant specimens in a unique blend of science and art. In 1843, Anna published Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions, considered the first book of photographs ever published. This book weaves together the stories of women, science, and art, inspiring young readers to embark on their own journeys of discovery and creativity.
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