National Geographic: The Photographs (National Geographic Collectors Series)

Description This stunning volume was the gift book of the year when it first published, and the images that grace its pages remain iconic. From the famous Afghan girl whose haunting green eyes stare out from the book’s cover, and her poignant story that captured the world’s interest, to award-winning photography culled from the Society’s vast archives, The Photographs offers readers an inside look at National Geographic and a sharp-eyed view of the world. The book showcases the skill and imagination of such notable Geographic photographers as David Doubilet, William Albert Allard, Sam Abell, Jim Stanfield, Jodi Cobb, Jim Brandenburg, David Alan Harvey, and many more. They share their techniques, as well as personal and colorful anecdotes about individual images and their adventures in the field—sometimes humorous, sometimes terrifying, always vividly compelling. Author Leah Bendavid-Val writes about the photographers’ achievements from technical, journalistic, and artistic perspectives. Five chapters cover core National Geographic themes—wildlife on land and water; cultures in the United States and around the world; and science, from astronomy to archaeology to the human senses. The photographs in each chapter capture rare moments in nature and the lives of animals, along with defining events in the lives of people everywhere. This exquisite collection is as elegant as it is timeless. ASIN : 1426202911 Publisher : National Geographic; Illustrated edition (September 16, 2008) Language : English Hardcover : 336 pages ISBN-10 : 9781426202919 ISBN-13 : 978-1426202919 Item Weight : 2.31 pounds Dimensions : 6.24 x 0.98 x 6.76 inches Customers say Customers praise the book’s beautiful pictures and amazing National Geographic content, finding it inspiring for photography enthusiasts. Moreover, they appreciate its travelability, with one customer noting how it transports readers across diverse terrains. However, the readability receives mixed feedback, with several customers finding the text difficult to read due to small type. Additionally, customers express disappointment with the value for money, considering it a waste of money. AI-generated from the text of customer reviews