Brilliant photographer
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A fascinating, but rather painful read about a brilliant photographer who sabotaged her career and her life in many ways.  Her life was marked by intense devotion to Socialism, then to the Stalinist cause and subsequent abandonment of her art, and involvement with a series of men who were less than supportive.  One of them may have been spying on Mexican communists, including Modotti, for the vicious Stalin machine.  Her stamina for working in her various causes,despite poverty and serious health problems, was remarkable .  A beautiful, promising woman turned into a tragic figure.
1447275
Stunning portrait photography!!!

Allison Wright has circled the globe to capture the most captivating, culturally diverse, and interesting people on the face of the earth.  A true cross-section of humankind.

I personally believe that Asian people are the most beautiful people on the planet.  Ms. Wright brings a large variety of people from that corner of the world.  I especially believe that those who dwell in the cradle of the Buddhist culture are fascinating, beautiful, and wonderful people.  I think especially of those from Tibet, Nepal, and India.  Their culture is reflected in their beautiful dress and their photographic dispositions.  The camera loves these people.  Whether they are regaled in the robes of royalty, or the rags of the poor, this photographer captured collective beauty of mankind in general.

I highly recommend this book, not only for the beautiful photography, but the underlying lessons of cultures of which we Westerners know far too little.

I received an electronic copy of this book as an ARC from the publisher, with the only expectation being a fair and honest review.  There are no financial connections between the publisher, the author, or this reviewer.  This review will appear on Goodreads.com, Amazon.com, NetGalley.com, and my blog: JonReviewsBooks1.wordpress.com.
4768262
As others related, the photography is fantastic. I did not know the full story but it was obvious from the beginning how it would end.  Man's Will to live is amazing.
3185971
I am a friend of Greg's, but this rating isn't biased. The photos are superb, including not just Basco's but the best of several other photographers, capturing incredible images. The book will want you to visit CR, or, like me, visit so many great destinations in CR. I just wonder if I could capture the magic presented in this book. If you hope to visit CR, or want a great book to add to your visual collection of great books, get this one!
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Just like the author, I loved photography as well. I usually bring my camera with me if not my cell phone whereever I go. I love to take photos of my family especially my kids and my dogs. I also love the nature like sunrise and sunset. Recently, I am interested to take photos of the moon. I took a photo of the crescent moon last night with my regular Canon camera.

Photographs will make a lasting memories. I still have to develop photos from my Philippines vacation three months ago. I have to get develops the photos very soon.

Ms. Debra Schoenberger photographs are beautiful and candid shots. I have few of my favorite shots of her. I adored the beach, shadows and streets photographs.

This book is beautiful and gives you ideas on what scenes to photograph. Life is too short that we need to capture that special moment with our cameras.
1440591
A brilliant book that I wanted to obtain quickly as a present - it came very quickly, in excellent condition, well protected and it is a fabulous book of photography for all levels of expertise
1925192
Amazing photography.  Abramson puts you up close and personal at Pepper's Hideout!  A gorgeous glimpse inside.
3541953
The photography is one if the best photography I've ever seen. The paper was absolutely beautiful, the choices are meticulously picked, and beautifully set next to one another.
3672089
Photography is superb!  Recipient of Calendar was impressed!
4144774
Because of AmaZon.com, I was able to purchase this AMAZING book of JONATHAN SINGER's rare worldwide Bonsai that have never been photographed before and  Jonathan Singer's photography book Botanica Magnifica, . These are the most incredible photographs I have ever seen.  In the last 10 years there have been such new developments in photograpy, these photographs are the result.  please give yourself the pleasure of wonder and beauty. GO on line and check them out.  I was amazed at the Fast delivery, Fine Bonsai was released for publication two days after I ordered.  Arrival in  perfect shape....dolores, phila.,pa.
993035
The photography is remarkable, and the images sharply detailed.  Often, I'd ask myself how in the world did Porter get the image, or where was he standing with his equipment.  The effort was worth it.
4190666
The master of the "indecisive moment" seemed to know just what he wanted when pulling together images for this project. "Eliot Erwitt: Personal Best" is a must for any photography lover or fan of life's funny moments. The printing and binding are the same quality one expects from a legendary house like teNeues. You will not be disappointed!

Other reviewers have mentioned the design of the book as a hindrance - for me, seeing the photographs printed large, full size, offers a chance to see what a real gallery print might look like, rather than a small, web / computer version of Erwitt's work that I have seen so many times online.

This collection has some of the best black and white street photography ever!
2726772
This book is amazing!  When I opened the book I was won over by the depth and complexity of the photographs. There is a sensitivity to the way he portrays his subjects that is refreshing.  Stefan Ruiz is an exciting new voice in the photography world.
860949
now i have a favorite wild life photographer & a publisher.i own nearly a dozen dk books.this one along with rainforest & butterfly are my favorites.marents stunning photographs are the best detailes shots i have ever seen.his devotion to his art is evident in every picture inside this book.i cant wait to see what marents next book is.whatever it is called(bird,spider,bug or insect)i'll be going to buy it as soon as it is available.so mr.marent we urge you to publish your next glorious eye candy book.we are waiting.
2570513
When it comes to photography books - there is only one name to ever remember and that is Jeff Wignall.  When you look at one of Jeff's beautiful, touchable, informative, artistically designer books -- packed with information for his lifetime as a genius in the art of photography -- you will cherish the books.  The photos are gorgeous (framable, even!) and no matter your level, you will learn so much.  Jeff Wignall is one of those teachers of art with the gift of being able to explain what you need to know, quite accessibly.  And this stories are very open and personal to him -- he does not hold back sharing himself with you.  That makes Jeff Wignall the consummate teacher.  I have many of his books and all of them have made me a better photographer.  And I will never use a phone to take photos when I have my Panasonic Lumix LX5 with me -- the quality cannot be compared.  My phone's camera is dismal compared to a real quality digital camera -- Jeff's books are for cameras and people who want to use digital cameras.  That would be me!
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This is a stunning book - both in its photographs and in the history of photography that it relates.  It is certainly a large and heavy book - suitable for a coffee table.  It would make a wonderful gift to anyone interested in photography or history in general.

The story behind the photographs is what caught and held my attention.  I knew some of the basics of the history but this was extremely detailed.  It covered areas of photography that I had never heard of before.  What amazed me is how quickly the field went from recording images to a planned artistic expression.  Additionally, the quality of the images improved quicker than I had previously thought.

The art of photography brought the world to each individual - you could see for yourself what the citizens of other countries looked like, what they wore, how they lived.  It must have been astounding for individuals all over the world to see how the rest of the world lived.  The book even covers the advent of cell phones with photography at a moments notice.  We now can see moment by moment what is going on in the world - we are sharing the same history as it is being made.

I found the book to be an education as well as a pleasure.  I recommend it highly.
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I ran across this photographer on Facebook and and was really taken by both his beautiful photography and his respect for these amazing white tailed deer.  This is a gorgeous coffee table book filled with some amazing and fun shots of these beautiful animals.