John Berger, Geoff Dyer (Editor)
Understanding a Photograph (Penguin Modern Classics)
- 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
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.