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Henri Cartier-Bresson: Photographer

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Book Synopsis: This book offers an outstanding retrospective collection of the master of 20th-century photography, Henri Cartier-Bresson. Reproduced in exquisite black and white, the images in this book range from Henri Cartier-Bresson's earliest work in France, Spain, and Mexico through his postwar travels in Asia, the US, and Russia, and even include landscapes from the 1970s, when he retired his camera to pursue drawing. While his instinct for capturing what he called the decisive moment was unparalleled, as a photojournalist Cartier-Bresson was uniquely concerned with the human impact of historic events. In his photographs of the liberation of France from the Nazis, the death of Ghandi, and the creation of the People's Republic of China in 1949, Cartier-Bresson focused on the reactions of the crowds rather than the subjects of the events. And while his portraits of Sartre, Giacometti, Faulkner, Capote, and other artists are iconic, he gave equal attention to those forgotten by history: a dead resistance fighter lying on the bank of the Rhine, children playing alongside the Berlin Wall, and a eunuch in Peking's Imperial Court. Divided into six thematic sections, the book presents the photographs in spare double-page spreads. In a handwritten note included at the end of the book, Cartier-Bresson writes, “In order to give meaning to the world, one must feel involved in what one singles out through the viewfinder.” His work shows how he has been able to capture the decisive moment with such extreme humility and profound humanity.

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Discover the master of 20th-century photography with Henri Cartier-Bresson: Photographer Book. This outstanding retrospective collection showcases the extraordinary talent of Henri Cartier-Bresson, renowned for his ability to capture the decisive moment.

Immerse yourself in the exquisite black and white images that span Cartier-Bresson's career, from his early work in France, Spain, and Mexico, to his postwar adventures in Asia, the US, and Russia. This book even includes captivating landscapes from the 1970s when he shifted his focus to drawing. Each photograph beautifully encapsulates Cartier-Bresson's unique perspective.

While Cartier-Bresson's instinct for capturing the decisive moment is unparalleled, he goes beyond that. As a photojournalist, he emphasizes the human impact of historic events. Marvel at his photographs documenting the liberation of France, the death of Gandhi, and the creation of the People's Republic of China. Instead of solely focusing on the subjects, Cartier-Bresson turns his lens towards the crowd, capturing their reactions and the emotions that define these pivotal moments.

In addition to his iconic portraits of Sartre, Giacometti, Faulkner, Capote, and other luminaries, Cartier-Bresson's attention to the forgotten is remarkable. Witness his portrayal of a resistance fighter lying on the bank of the Rhine, children playing alongside the Berlin Wall, and a eunuch in Peking's Imperial Court. His photographs encapsulate the essence of humanity, both celebrated and overlooked.

Divided into six thematic sections, this book presents Cartier-Bresson's photographs in stunning double-page spreads. Each image speaks volumes, and the spare layout allows them to shine. You'll also find a handwritten note by Cartier-Bresson, where he shares his belief in the importance of feeling involved in what one captures through the viewfinder. His humility and profound humanity are evident throughout his work.

Immerse yourself in the world of Henri Cartier-Bresson: Photographer Book and experience the power and beauty of his photographs firsthand.

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