The Changing Metropolis: Earliest Photographs Of London 1839-1879
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Gavin Stamp
Binding: Hardback
Published: Harmondsworth, Middlesex, England : Viking, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical account, The Changing Metropolis: Earliest Photographs Of London 1839-1879, chronicles the dramatic transformation of London during the Victorian era. It presents a unique visual record, illustrating the city's architectural evolution and the daily lives of its inhabitants through pioneering photographic techniques. Gavin Stamp uncovers the nascent art of photography as it captured the sprawling urban landscape, from grand public works to intimate street scenes. The volume details the profound social and economic shifts that reshaped the capital, offering an unparalleled glimpse into a pivotal period of urban development.
Author: Gavin Stamp
Binding: Hardback
Published: Harmondsworth, Middlesex, England : Viking, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical account, The Changing Metropolis: Earliest Photographs Of London 1839-1879, chronicles the dramatic transformation of London during the Victorian era. It presents a unique visual record, illustrating the city's architectural evolution and the daily lives of its inhabitants through pioneering photographic techniques. Gavin Stamp uncovers the nascent art of photography as it captured the sprawling urban landscape, from grand public works to intimate street scenes. The volume details the profound social and economic shifts that reshaped the capital, offering an unparalleled glimpse into a pivotal period of urban development.