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Man-Made Objects - The Railroad Photography of Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg (Railroads Past and Present)

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Book Synopsis: Bon vivant, railroad historian, photographer, pioneering food critic, chronicler of New York's café society, and noted newspaperman, Lucius Beebe (1902–1966) was an American original. In 1938, with the publication of High Iron: A Book of Trains, he transformed the world of railroad-subject photography forever by inventing the railroad picture book genre. In 1940, he met creative and life partner Charles Clegg (1916–1979), also a talented photographer. Beebe and Clegg produced an outstanding and diverse portfolio of mid-twentieth century railroad-subject photographs. Beebe, sometimes with Clegg, also authored about forty books, including many focused on railroads and railroading.

The Railroad Photography of Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg brings their incredible story and best photographic work together. Providing an extensive biographic introduction to Beebe and Clegg, author Tony Reevy presents a multi-faceted view of the railroad industry that will appeal to rail enthusiasts as well as those interested in American food culture, the history of New York City, and LGBT studies. The Railroad Photography of Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg is an indispensable history to the work of two men who forever changed the way we see and experience American railroads.

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Experience the captivating world of railroad-subject photography with "The Railroad Photography of Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg." This remarkable book takes you on a journey through time, showcasing the extraordinary work of Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg. As pioneers of the railroad picture book genre, their photographs transformed the way we appreciate and understand trains.

Discover the fascinating lives of Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg, as well as their outstanding contributions to the world of photography. With their extensive portfolio of mid-twentieth century railroad-subject photographs, they captured the spirit and essence of American railroads like no one else. Immerse yourself in their incredible story, dive into the rich history of the railroad industry, and gain a deeper understanding of American food culture, the history of New York City, and LGBT studies.

Delve into the pages of "The Railroad Photography of Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg" and experience a visual feast that will enrapture rail enthusiasts and curious minds alike. This book is not just a collection of photographs; it's a gateway to a bygone era, where trains symbolize progress, adventure, and the dreams of a nation.

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