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- A Book Of Pictures (1912)

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Old Chinatown: A Book of Pictures (1912) is a captivating collection of photographs by Arnold Genthe, a German-American photographer renowned for his portraits of famous figures and his documentation of San Francisco's Chinatown at the turn of the 20th century. The book captures the vibrant and exotic atmosphere of San Francisco's Chinatown, showcasing the daily life, customs, and traditions of its residents, as well as the architecture and landscapes of the district. The photographs are accompanied by insightful commentary by Genthe, providing a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of one of America's most iconic neighborhoods. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of San Francisco, the Chinese-American experience, or the art of photography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164123637
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 214
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x11 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 290 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 22. januar 2025
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Old Chinatown: A Book of Pictures (1912) is a captivating collection of photographs by Arnold Genthe, a German-American photographer renowned for his portraits of famous figures and his documentation of San Francisco's Chinatown at the turn of the 20th century. The book captures the vibrant and exotic atmosphere of San Francisco's Chinatown, showcasing the daily life, customs, and traditions of its residents, as well as the architecture and landscapes of the district. The photographs are accompanied by insightful commentary by Genthe, providing a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of one of America's most iconic neighborhoods. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of San Francisco, the Chinese-American experience, or the art of photography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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