Street Photography, Clive Scott
From Atget to Cartier-Bresson
An illuminating exploration of the poetic and philosophical roots of street photography, from its earliest pioneers to its most iconic masters.
In this richly illustrated and elegantly written study, Clive Scott traces the evolution of street photography through the lens of its most influential figures—Eugène Atget, Brassaï, André Kertész, Robert Doisneau, and Henri Cartier-Bresson. Far more than a visual history, this book delves into the aesthetic, literary, and cultural dimensions of the genre, revealing how street photography intersects with Impressionism, Surrealism, and the writings of Baudelaire and Philippe Soupault.
Scott challenges the traditional view of street photography as mere documentary, instead presenting it as a picturesque and poetic form—one that captures not just the reality of the street, but its romance, rhythm, and archetypes. A must-read for anyone passionate about photography, visual culture, or urban life, this book offers fresh insights into how we see and frame the world around us.
Genre: Photography, Art History, Visual Culture
Themes: Street photography, Paris, visual poetry, documentary vs. art, literary influences, urban life
About the author(s):
Clive Scott is Professor Emeritus of European Literature at the University of East Anglia and a leading scholar in the fields of photography, literature, and translation studies. His interdisciplinary approach brings a unique depth to the study of visual culture, blending literary analysis with photographic theory. Scott is known for his ability to connect the visual and the verbal, making his work accessible to both academics and general readers.
Product Information:
Title: Street Photography – From Atget to Cartier-Bresson
Author(s): Clive Scott
Co-author(s): –
Translator: –
Publisher: I.B. Tauris, London
ISBN: 9780857735508
EAN: 9780857735508
Language: English
Binding: Softcover
Number of pages: 248
Illustrations: Yes, includes both well-known and lesser-known photographs
Edition: 2013
Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.2 cm
Weight: approx. 540 grams
Condition: Almost like new
Categories: Photography, Art History, Visual Culture, Urban Studies, Literary Criticism
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