Lewis Carroll, Photographer is a book written by Helmut Gernsheim that explores the lesser-known aspect of Lewis Carroll's life as a photographer. Lewis Carroll, the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, is known for his literary works such as Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, but he was also an avid photographer. The book delves into Carroll's passion for photography, which began in the 1850s and continued until his death in 1898. Gernsheim provides a comprehensive overview of Carroll's ...
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Lewis Carroll, Photographer is a book written by Helmut Gernsheim that explores the lesser-known aspect of Lewis Carroll's life as a photographer. Lewis Carroll, the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, is known for his literary works such as Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, but he was also an avid photographer. The book delves into Carroll's passion for photography, which began in the 1850s and continued until his death in 1898. Gernsheim provides a comprehensive overview of Carroll's photographic works, including his portraits of children, landscapes, and still life compositions. The book also sheds light on the technical aspects of Carroll's photography, including his use of the wet collodion process and his experimentation with different lenses and camera angles. The author also explores the relationship between Carroll's photography and his literary works, highlighting the influence of photography on his writing and vice versa. The book features numerous photographs taken by Carroll, as well as images of the photographer himself and his subjects. Overall, Lewis Carroll, Photographer is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the life and works of Lewis Carroll, photography, or the intersection of art and literature. It provides a unique perspective on the man behind Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and offers a glimpse into the world of Victorian photography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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