John Berger, Geoff Dyer (Editor)

Understanding a Photograph (Penguin Modern Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780141392028
author:
John Berger, Geoff Dyer (Editor)
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
240
Dimensions:
11.1 x 1.7 x 18.1 cm
Genre:
Art, Architecture & Photography, Photography, History of Photography
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£10.70

Description

Understanding a Photograph by John Berger This collection of essays explores the world of photography, delving into the lives of those photographed and the work of influential photographers such as Henri Cartier-Bresson and W. Eugene Smith. Berger's writings offer a unique perspective on the art of photography, probing the human experience and the ways in which we see the world around us. Written by a renowned author and critic, this selection is introduced by Geoff Dyer, a celebrated writer and critic in his own right. Berger's own work, including the acclaimed novel G. and the seminal book Ways of Seeing, has had a profound impact on our understanding of art and culture. A thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the art of photography, Understanding a Photograph is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the subject.

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