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Informationen zum Autor Ian Jeffrey is a photography writer, lecturer and curator. His other books include Magnum Landscape (Phaidon, 1997), Portraits of Artists (2000) and Revisions: An Alternative History of Photography (1999). He has organized various photographic exhibitions, among them 'The Real Thing' at the Hayward Gallery in 1974 and 'Landscape in Britain 1850-1950', which was held at the Hayward in 1983. Klappentext An introduction to 500 photographers from the mid-19th century to today. 'Phaidon has published a miracle of clarity, surprise and information in this collection... Comprehensive and witty, beautifully produced and impeccably organised...' The Times 'The most important photography book, ever' Practical Photography 'a useful and unpretentious taster anthology...a deft selection of images and a comprehensive choice of historic and contemporary figures.' The Financial Times Weekend 'an astonishing collection of 500 photos, some as familiar as your own face, others a fresh shock or delight.' New York Times 'a tantalizing survey of picture making... As you fan these pages, here is all humanity recorded with consummate care.' Daily News, New York 'Highly recommended' Library Journal An introduction to 500 photographers from the mid-19th century to today.
