The ledger of photography

THE BOOK OF PHOTOGRAPHY is the most complete summary to date from its beginnings to the present day, its author being the canon of photographic history. Nearly 600 images introduce the reader to the history of photography from the perspectives of art and technology, sociography and fashion, war and nature photography. Photos related to world-changing historical events, such as the election of Lincoln as president or the first meeting between General MacArthur and Emperor Hirohito, add surprising detail to our knowledge so far. We can also get a close-up of the iconic photographers, such as Mathew Brady, Alexander Gardner, Edward Steichen or Gertrude Käsebier, who have become the characters in this endless story with their individual approach and technical innovations. The myriad cubes in this mosaic come together into a complete history of photography that can be viewed through the lens of culture.