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First published in 1978. In this title, Alan Thomas examines the invention of photography in the early nineteenth century. How the members of this first "visual" generation used photography and how it changed their perceptions of the world are the subjects of this lavishly illustrated book. As the author convincingly shows, the camera's presence was felt nearly everywhere during the course of the nineteenth century. Approaching the subject topically, Thomas surveys the work of the early photographers in terms of its motivation, insights, and impact on society. The book is rounded out with sections on other genres of photography - theatrical, landscape, and social realism - that amply document the far-reaching impact of this phenomenon on nineteenth-century sensibilities.

Graphic accounts of the courage of the men of Cumbria, Durham and Northumberland who were awarded the Victoria Cross.

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the ways in which this area influenced the world famous seaman Captain James Cook.

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Whitby Abbey & Abbey Headland have changed and developed over the last century

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Whitby Yards has changed and developed over the last century.

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Hadrian's Wall has changed and developed over the last century

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Yorkshire has changed and developed over the last century.

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Yorkshire Churches have changed and developed over the last century.

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the areas in and around the North York Moors have changed and developed over the last century.

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Fountains Abbey has changed and developed over the last century.