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Bicycle: Bone Shakers, Highwheelers, And Other Celebrated CyclesThis photographic survey is richly illustrated with images of one of the world's largest private collections of bicycles from the 1850s to the 1950s and includes some never-before-published photographs. From antique high wheelers and "boneshakers" to tandems, tricycles, and circus clown bikes, it proves a fascinating historical retrospective of the bicycle's development and evolution. Gil King is a writer, editor, and photographer whose work has appeared in many national publications.... |
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Photos That Changed the World: The 20th CenturyPhotos That Changed the World Edited by Peter Stepan From triumph to tragedy, Photos that Changed the World gathers together images of pivotal moments in world history in one stunning volume. In lavish two-page spreads, this book presents more than ninety of history's most memorable photographs - from the Wright Brothers' first flight to the bombing of Peal Harbor, from the Martin Luther King's speech 'I Have a Dream' to Nelson Mandela's release from prison. The volume features pictures ... |
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Shots in the Dark: True Crime PicturesWhen shots ring out, photographers shoot back. Their images can startle, inform, and serve as witness. Mundane and profound, gruesome and compelling, crime photos are, for better or worse, part of our world. Featuring many rarely and never-before-seen images, this heavily illustrated book sheds new light on the role of crime photography in our history and culture.... |
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Tender Violence: Domestic Visions in an Age of U.S. Imperialism (Cultural Studies of the United States)Laura Wexler presents an incisive analysis of how the first American female photojournalists contributed to a "domestic vision" that reinforced the imperialism and racism of turn-of-the-century America. These women photographers, white and middle class, constructed images of war disguised as peace through a mechanism Wexler calls the "averted eye," which had its origins in the private domain of family photography.Wexler examines the work of Frances Benjamin Johnston, Gertrude Kasebier, Alice Aus... |
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Diane Arbus: An Aperture MonographNew technology has made possible this lustrous new printing from all new film. These landmark images now have a clarity and depth not achievable in earlier editions. Text by Diane Arbus. Edited by Marvin Israel and Doon Arbus. Hardcover, 9.25 x 11 in./182 pgs... |
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Shooting the Pistol: Courtside Photos of Pete Maravich at LSUEvery basketball team has its star player. From 1967 to 1970, Louisiana State University saw the rise of a legend: "Pistol Pete" Maravich, one of the greatest basketball players in LSU history and arguably the greatest to ever play college basketball. Known for his dazzling ball handling, creative passing, and extraordinary shooting, he averaged 44.2 points per game at LSU--without the benefit of a three-point line--and remains the NCAA's all-time leading scorer. Danny Brown, a journalism ... |
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Living With WolvesMan has unfairly demonized wolves for centuries. More than two million have been exterminated by humans due to misconceptions about the wolf being a destructive, ruthless, random predator. The Dutchers' eloquently dispel these myths. The authors' photographs and experiences living among a pack of wolves bring readers face-to-face with this intelligent, social animal deserving of admiration and protection. Originally published in hardcover in 2005 by the Mountaineers Books, Living With Wolves is ... |
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Carry-Ons: Traveling Chihuahuas (Carry Ons)From the author and photographer of Lightweights comes an irresistible single breed book sure to delight all dog lovers. Stylish, four-color photos feature Chihuahuas as they visit their favorite spots around town (places as diverse as an airplane cockpit and the Hollywood Walk of Fame). The text includes the name of each dog and where it travels ("Places Vida Travels: Petco, Kinko's Copies, Insomnia Coffee Shop, Samuel French Books, Canter's Deli, Office Depot, Third Street Promenade, Palm Dess... |
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Vavra's Vision: Equine ImagesVAVRA S VISIONEquine ImagesProduct DescriptionRobert Vavra is the world s most renowned photographer of horses. His life is closely interwoven with his love of these noble creatures, and that passion emanates from each of his photographs. This spectacular volume pays homage to Vavra s unbridled love of equine majesty. In addition to his most famous photographs, Vavra s Vision includes a plethora of previously unpublished imagery that will evoke a sense of awe in any lover of animals or photograp... |
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