A World History of Photography
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| Rating | : | 4.66 (845 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0789209373 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 712 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-12-01 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The revised fourth edition includes updates on technical advances as well as a new chapter on contemporary photographers. Authoritative and unbiased, Rosenblum’s chronicle of photography both chronologically and thematically traces the evolution of this still-young art form. Included among the more than 800 photographs by men and women are both little-known and celebrated masterpieces, arranged in stimulating juxtapositions that illuminate their visual power. Exploring the diverse roles that photography has played
"Now, if you want a remarkable run-down on the entire phenomenon of photography, from the earliest beginnings to the present day you couldn't do better to get it all, compactly and comprehensively, than in this exceptional book." —Art Matters"An important up-to-date addition to photographic literature, which lacks such works of erudition." —Cornell Capa, Founder, International Center of Photography"A strong resource on the evolution of artistic form and composition in photography, this book is flawless in its annotation and analysis.Libraries that do not own this work should consider purchasing it." —Choice
Joan T. said Excellent overview. This is an extremely well written book on the history of photography, and lavishly illustrated with reproductions of photographs over the entire span of the medium. Rosenblum is very knowledgeable, and has a subtle sense of humor demonstrated in various comments throughout the text. The . "Very informative and interesting book" according to Peter R. Dinella. 89% of the people reviewing this book gave it a "favorable" rating, ie. Very informative and interesting book Peter R. Dinella 89% of the people reviewing this book gave it a "favorable" rating, ie. 4 and 5 star ratings combined. I include myself in that count.Look, other reviewers, this is a book about the history (let me repeat: history) of photography, and it does it extremely well. Yes, it is a textbook. So . and 5 star ratings combined. I include myself in that count.Look, other reviewers, this is a book about the history (let me repeat: history) of photography, and it does it extremely well. Yes, it is a textbook. So . syates1Art History of Photography reference The updated and largely expanded work by Professor Naomi Rosenblum, I share with colleagues globally. I continues what the late preeminent historian and curator, Beaumont Newhall began at the Museum of Modern Art in 1937, in the form of the first 100 year exhibition of the medium. After . said Art History of Photography reference. The updated and largely expanded work by Professor Naomi Rosenblum, I share with colleagues globally. I continues what the late preeminent historian and curator, Beaumont Newhall began at the Museum of Modern Art in 19Art History of Photography reference The updated and largely expanded work by Professor Naomi Rosenblum, I share with colleagues globally. I continues what the late preeminent historian and curator, Beaumont Newhall began at the Museum of Modern Art in 1937, in the form of the first 100 year exhibition of the medium. After . 7, in the form of the first 100 year exhibition of the medium. After