Mark Haworth-Booth Books

Edward McKnight Kauffer was one of the most gifted and internationally admired graphic designers of the last century. His work dominated the poster hoardings between the two world wars, and his advertisements, book illustrations and theatre designs brought him an audience of millions.An American by birth, he studied in Paris before the First World War, then settled in London where his flair, his integrity, and his brilliant sense of colour and composition made him a leader of the new profession of graphic design. As a painter turned designer, who believed that an artist should serve his public, his pioneering work - radical, innovative and powerful - quickly impressed those impresarios of the interwar years, Jack Beddington of Shell and Frank Pick of the London Underground, who became his most important patrons.In this biography, first published in 1979, Mark Haworth-Booth explores the complex individual behind the work and discusses his relationships with the clients who made his innovative career possible, as well as the friends - T. S. Eliot, Roger Fry, Aldous Huxley and Marianne Moore - who championed his efforts to make advertising 'worthy of the civilisation that needs it'.This revised and updated edition is illustrated anew with a formidable body of McKnight Kauffer's best work and a fully updated checklist and bibliography, making it an invaluable work of reference as well as the definitive record of a great designer.

The book explores the life and career of Camille Silvy, a prominent French photographer known for his innovative techniques and striking portraits during the 19th century. It delves into his artistic contributions, including his mastery of albumen prints and the impact of his work on the evolution of photography. The narrative highlights his role in capturing the essence of his era, showcasing not only his artistic vision but also the cultural and social context of his time. Silvy's legacy as a pioneer in photography is thoroughly examined.

Colin Jones transitioned from a Royal Ballet dancer to a photographer, capturing the essence of mining communities in northern England. His journey into photography began during a tour, leading him to abandon dance for this new passion. His work reflects a unique perspective shaped by his artistic background, revealing the lives and struggles of the people he photographed. This career shift highlights his ability to blend artistry with documentary storytelling, ultimately establishing him in the world of photography.

Bruce Bernard, a renowned picture editor, curated a unique collection of 100 photographs showcasing the best in photography history, from pioneers to twentieth-century masters. His selections emphasize images that evoke lasting stimulation and satisfaction, capturing the "magic of the medium" and photography's life-affirming qualities.

A groundbreaking book, the only volume of first-class reproductions of Lewis Carroll's photographs.Published on the one hundredth anniversary of the death of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (Lewis Carroll), Reflections in a Looking Glass presents Carroll's remarkable photography. Richly illustrated, this important book presents seldom-seen works-most of them formal portraits and staged scenes that combine Carroll's famous childlike sense of play with the Victorian propriety that characterized his age.Also included in Reflections are selected drawings by Lewis Carroll and by John Tenniel, who illustrated the original Alice books. The central text by Morton N. Cohen, the world's leading authority on Lewis Carroll, provides an in-depth account of Carroll's experimentations in the new medium of photography. His hobby opened the door to many of his "child friends" as well as to leading artistic and literary figures of the day, all of whom came to Carroll's studio to sit for their portraits.Excerpts from Carroll's diaries combine with Cohen's annotated captions to make this book an invaluable resource. The book also includes a Preface by Mark Haworth-Booth, curator of photographs at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The Afterword is by Roy Flukinger, curator of photographs at the Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin, the source collection for much of the material in this extraordinary book.

Photofile: this series brings together the best work of worlds greatest photographers, in an attractive format. Each volume contains some sixty full-page reproductions printed in superb duotone, together with a critical introduction and full bibliography.