Thomson's China: Travels and Adventures of a Nineteenth-century Photographer

John Thomson (1837-1921)

Synopsis

Thomson's China provides a written and photographic account of John Thomson’s journeys in nineteenth-century China. Unlike other explorers of his era, Thomson traveled with a camera, pioneering documentary photography in his expedition. The book showcases his photographic endeavors with the intent to document the country's landscapes and its people, offering a unique visual insight into the times. The book highlights the significance of Thomson's work as a groundbreaking effort in travel photography, marking a shift in how exploration was recorded and shared with the world.

Book Details

ISBN-10:
0195857410
ISBN-13:
9780195857412
PUBLISHER:
Oxford University Press
YEAR:
1994
EDITION:
Facsimile Ed
BINDING:
Hardcover
PAGES:
255 pages
SIZE:
30 x 23 cm (approx.)
LANGUAGE:
English
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