The Photographic Uncanny

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The book explores the uncanny quality of photography, arguing that certain images can challenge political and social dominance. It highlights how the uncanny unsettles perceptions of home, reflecting modern society's complexities. By examining the works of photographers from William Henry Fox Talbot to contemporary artists like Bear Allison and Devin Allen, the author employs detailed analysis and contemporary theory to reveal how key photographs critique capitalist and industrialist hegemony. The historical range enhances the discussion of photography's aesthetic and political implications.