Ansel Adams: Letters, 1916 - 1984 (Paperback)

~ Mary Street Alinder (Author), Andrea G. Stillman (Contributor), Wallace Stegner (Contributor)

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An impressive addition to Adams's work, this book clarifies the emotional and conceptual framework of many of his most familiar and stunning photographs by offering with them letters to and from family and friends. Adams is openly loving and loyal in many letters, receiving in return deep respect and affection as both an artist and a warm, likable man. Though he often states that his images are his sole means of self-expression, some of his letters contain lucid critiques of his work and others' that shall prove useful to scholars. Perhaps the most important correspondence is with Stieglitz and Weston, revealing shared enthusiasm for photography as art. For most libraries. David Bryant, Belleville P.L., N.J.
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In his early years in Yosemite, Ansel Adams formed the habit of writing letters at every opportunity. Among the family, friends, and colleagues with whom he corresponded rank such eminent names as Alfred Stieglitz, Paul Strand and Jimmy Carter.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 440 pages
• Publisher: Bulfinch (February 20, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0821226827
• ISBN-13: 978-0821226827
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,071,893 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars peeking into a part of his life, June 19, 2001

By	Jenn hoff - See all my reviews

Pouring over letters to and from Ansel Adams brings you closer to the photographer. From a telegram to his father in 1920 asking for $20.00 to buy a burro (and letting him know that he'd sell it at the end of the season for $10.00) to touching letters to his wife over the years. His descriptions of nature are as wonderful as his photographs. He writes to US presidents, newspaper editors,friends, family and more. You see the scope, imagination,and honesty of a man and a fantastic photographer.

You laugh,cry and share the man; Ansel Adams. Interesting personal photographs in the book also.

5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and full of insight., August 8, 2006

By	Kevin Saitta "silvervista.blogspot.com" (Sierras, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I was amazed at Ansel Adams outlook on life and his art. From reading you can tell he was greatly respected as well as a true artist in more ways than one. If you want to learn more about the man and his character I would highly recommend this book. Amazing really...

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, July 8, 2001

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This review is from: Ansel Adams: Letters and Images, 1916-1984 (Hardcover)

This is an amazing book with quotes and images.