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In Our Own Image
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The Coming Revolution in Photography (Writers & Artists on Photography S.)
By
Fred Ritchin
This item is unavailable.We will email you if this item comes back into stock. | Rating: | | | Format: | Paperback, 168 pages, 2nd Revised edition Edition | | Other Information: | 30ill. | | Published In: | United States, 01 December 1999 |
Fred Ritchin's" In Our Own Image" is a comprehensive account of computer technology's impact on what we see and, ultimately, what we believe about the world. Both a history of photojournalism and a primer of computer technology, "In Our Own Image" is a philosophy of vision and reality for the twenty-first century. Extensively revised and updated," In Our Own Image" is sure to remain a staple of one of the most important debates for many years to come.
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Reviews"Mr. Ritchin brings to his discussion a passionate interest in the social role of photography--which, he says, should challenge our easy assumptions about the world by reflecting its complexity and richness."--"The New York Times Sunday Book Review" ..."Should be read by anyone concerned with how governments and the news media can manipulate information that people accept as truth."--"The Los Angeles Times"
| Publisher: | Aperture | | ISBN: | 0893818577 |
| EAN: | 9780893818579 | | Dimensions: | 23.0 x 16.0 x 1.0 centimeters (1.10 kg) |
| Age Range: |
15+ years |
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