The public image photography and civic spectatorship
Climbing out of Plato's caveFor interpretation -- Realism and imagination -- This modern art -- Seeing society -- Watching war -- The abundant art.
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Tag hinzufügen | Zusammenfassung: | Climbing out of Plato's caveFor interpretation -- Realism and imagination -- This modern art -- Seeing society -- Watching war -- The abundant art. The key to living well in the image world is to unlock photography from viewing habits that inhibit robust civic spectatorship. Through insightful interpretations of dozens of news images, The Public Image reveals how the artistry of the still image can inform, challenge, and guide reflection regarding endemic violence, environmental degradation, income inequity, and other chronic problems that will define the twenty-first century. By shifting from conventional suspicions to a renewed encounter with the image, we are challenged to see more deeply on behalf of a richer life for all, and to acknowledge our obligations as spectators who are, crucially, also citizens [Verlagshomepage] |
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| Beschreibung: | Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Beschreibung: | XI, 344 Seiten Illustrationen 24 cm |
| ISBN: | 9780226342931 978-0-226-34293-1 9780226343099 |