Photography and Philosophy

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Essays on the Pencil of Nature

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This anthology offers a fresh approach to the philosophical aspects of photography. The essays, written by contemporary philosophers in a thorough and engaging manner, explore the far-reaching ethical dimensions of photography as it is used today. <br /> <ul> <li>A first-of-its-kind anthology exploring the link between the art of photography and the theoretical questions it raises<br /> </li> <li>Written in a thorough and engaging manner<br /> </li> <li>Essayists are all contemporary philosophers who bring with them an exceptional understanding of the broader metaphysical issues pertaining to photography<br /> </li> <li>Takes a fresh look at some familiar issues – photographic truth, objectivity, and realism<br /> </li> <li>Introduces newer issues such as the ethical use of photography or the effect of digital-imaging technology on how we appreciate images</li> </ul>