William Henry Jackson American Landscape Hales Photography 1988 Copyright

William Henry Jackson American Landscape Hales Photography 1988 Copyright

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William Henry Jackson American Landscape Hales Photography 1988 Copyright

William Henry Jackson American Landscape Hales Photography 1988 Copyright

$45.00
William Henry Jackson and the Transformation of the American Landscape by Peter B. Hales combines photographic biography with the history of America’s changing landscape. Its historical images and detailed commentary explore how photography shaped perceptions of the American West, making this an appealing reference for photography collectors, Western history enthusiasts, and readers interested in Yellowstone and nineteenth-century exploration.

Published by Temple University Press, Philadelphia. Oblong softcover in illustrated wrappers. The copyright page bears the original 1988 publication information; this paperback edition is cataloged under ISBN 1566394635 as 1996.

Hales examines Jackson’s career and the relationship between his photographs, westward expansion, commercial development, and American cultural identity. Illustrated with black-and-white photographic reproductions and other historical images. Examples shown include Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone, a canyon landscape, and New York’s Washington Bridge and Harlem River.

Condition: Very Good overall. Covers show light rubbing, scattered small surface marks, and minor edge and corner wear. Slight curling is visible at the front cover’s outer edge. Page edges show mild age toning, while the photographed interior pages appear clean and well preserved. Please review the photographs for condition details.

SKU D-9

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