This book provides an in-depth study of W. Eugene Smith, a key postwar American photojournalist known for perfecting the photo-essay genre. Author Glenn Willumson closely analyzes four of Smith's renowned works for Life magazine: "Country Doctor," "Spanish Village," "Nurse-Midwife," and "Man of Mercy." These essays set a standard for the genre and are considered significant cultural documents. The book presents an engaging account of Smith's career and reproduces his work as originally published in Life, making it accessible to new audiences interested in photojournalistic history.
