Listening to the River is a celebration of anonymous places where we can still find nature's beauty. Robert Adams first visited these particular locations as a boy, when the West seemed unchanging. Now in his fifties, he returns to them with the affection of a longtime acquaintance. The book records hushed walks when irrelevancies are forgotten, when sunlight makes the fields, hills, and roads new. Adams has chosen twelve poems by William Stafford to accompany the pictures. Both photographer and poet observe a practice of ...
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Listening to the River is a celebration of anonymous places where we can still find nature's beauty. Robert Adams first visited these particular locations as a boy, when the West seemed unchanging. Now in his fifties, he returns to them with the affection of a longtime acquaintance. The book records hushed walks when irrelevancies are forgotten, when sunlight makes the fields, hills, and roads new. Adams has chosen twelve poems by William Stafford to accompany the pictures. Both photographer and poet observe a practice of quiet in the out-of-doors, and both discover there a promise. This is an optimistic book, though not a sentimental one: a number of the photographs record views of the suburban West. "Any tree in the path of development appears to have an uncertain future, " Adams observes. Listening to the River affirms, however, that trees and other elements of nature are ultimately protected. "Part of what their beauty means, " says the photographer, "is that they are safe."
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Near Fine in Very Good-dust jacket. 0893815659. With frontispiece & plates after Rober Adams. Spine dustjacket slightly faded. 2 cm tear in top margin front cover dustjacket. Slight wear to dustjacket. Light wear to spine, covers & corners.; "Listening to the River: Seasons in the American West" is a photographic journey that captures the shifting landscapes and diverse ecosystems of the American West across different seasons. This evocative collection offers a deep, reflective look at the natural beauty and complex environmental dynamics of this vast region. The book combines stunning visuals with poetic narrative, weaving together images and words to tell a story of change, resilience, and the natural rhythms that dictate life along the Western rivers. Through the lens, the reader is invited to contemplate the interaction between water and land, wildlife and vegetation, highlighting the delicate balance and intrinsic link between these elements. "Listening to the River" not only showcases the artistic prowess of the photographer but also serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of conservation and respect for the natural world. This book was part of the extensive photography library of Chris Steele-Perkins, whose work with Magnum Photos has often focused on profound social and environmental issues. Steele-Perkins' interest in "Listening to the River: Seasons in the American West" reflects his broader concern with the narrative of landscape and its inhabitants, a recurring theme in his documentary projects. His work often emphasizes the significance of place and the human stories within, mirroring the contemplative nature of this book. His involvement with Magnum has enabled him to explore these themes on a global scale, capturing both the beauty and the plight of varied environments. Owning this book aligns with Steele-Perkins' commitment to using photography as a tool for awareness and change, underscoring his ongoing engagement with environmental themes and his appreciation for the storytelling power of landscape photography.; Quarto oblong; 110 pages.
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Very good in Very good jacket. First edition. Jacket spine is sunned, but text is legible. Jacket is protected by a mylar cover. Binding is tight and inside is clean and unmarked.
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Fine in fine dust jacket. Book and DJ in Fine/Like new condition. Clean, bright pages, tight binding. DJ shows very minimal shelf wear. Sewn binding. Paper over boards. 112 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade. FIRST EDITION as stated. Full number line on pg. 112.
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Very Good in Good jacket. First edition with full number line. Hardcover in dust jacket with light shelf wear. White cloth boards. Binding tight, text block clean, edges lightly bumped and soiled. Some small tears and scuffs to dust jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall (oblong).
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Very Good jacket. Signed. First Edition. First Edition. Signed by Photographer on title page. Very Good in Very Good unclipped dust jacket. Dust jacket has small tear at top of spine but is now in a protective mylar wrapper. A little loss to the upper right corner of the first blank. Signed by Robert Adams without inscription. Pasadena's finest new and used bookstore since 1992.
