On Photography

(Author) Walter Benjamin
Format: Paperback
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Benjamin's writings on photography includes a new translation of this influential essay as well as a range of other writings, both published and unpublished, some are translated into English for first time here. As a notable philosopher, critic and uniquely imaginative thinker, Benjamin's essays offer a fascinating critique of early photography.

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Publisher:
Reaktion Books
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
158
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781780235257
Publish year:
2015
Publish date:
Sept. 1, 2015

Walter Benjamin

Walter Benjamin was a German-Jewish philosopher and cultural critic known for his seminal work "The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction." His writing style was characterized by its depth, complexity, and interdisciplinary approach. Benjamin's key contributions to literature include his exploration of art, technology, and the impact of mass media on society.

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