World Press Photo 2001

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Great collection!.......2003-03-28

I buy this WPP books in every year! I'd like to offer you the exhibition too. Those are more live!

And What A Year It Was Too..........2002-01-25

As with earlier volumes of this series, World Press Photo 2001 shows us the year we all, luckily, passed through. It's evocative, moving, and at times very sad. The power of the images range from subtle to in-your-face--and each single shot speaks volumes.

Just as good as always.......2001-06-23

The World Press Photo annuals are always a good showcase for the best photojournalism from the rest of the world (and an excellent companion to the NPPA's Best of Photojournalism series), and this year is no exception. There's plenty of spectacular documentary work in here that for whatever reason, just never seems to be published in the America, outside of these volumes: illegal immigration in South Africa; acid attacks in Bangladesh; the roadkill problem in Australia, etc.

What's also nice is that although there apparently wasn't enough space to print the multi-image winners in their entirety, the back of the book has thumbnails of all winning entries, so you can still see the story in its entire presentation.

Book Description

For the first time, a 2-in-1 format that combines the most important stories and events of the past 12 months with a pictorial encyclopedia of the year gone by.

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Great baby gift.......2005-02-10

I think it's a great gift for a baby's first birthday - the photos from the year they were born.

Great book but watch the year!.......2002-04-05

This is a fantastic book! I have started collecting these and so far have 3 books in the series. I think they are a great, economical way to remember what has happened in our history and to never forget.

You mush watch the title however. This book says "2001 Album" which really means pictures from the 2000 year. If people would look at the published date they would see that it was published in Feb. 2001 which oviously means it is not for the 2001 year.

This book has fantastic picture quality. Even some photos are dual page spreads. Fantastic quality and great captions and descriptions makes for a winning combo.

Start collecting these books today. They're the best photo's and descriptions you can buy at this price!

2001? I think not!!.......2002-03-04

I bought two copies of this book for my twins that were born in 2001. I thought it would be great for them to have when they get older to see what happened the year they were born. However, I quickly returned the books when I found out that they are actually about events that occured in the year 2000, NOT 2001 as one would guess from its title! I think this is a bad title for the book. I was highly disappointed!

I think this book is mistitled ..........2002-02-24

This book is titled "Life 2001 Album: Yhe Year In Pictures", but buyer beware ... the year that is depicted in pictures is actually the year 2000! Great book if what you really want is a picture book of the Year 2000, not 2001.

Watches International 2001: The Original Annual of the World's Finest Watches (Watches International)

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Big letdown from prior years
Watches International 2001
more flash than cash

Watches International 2001: The Original Annual of the World's Finest Watches (Watches International)

Manufacturer: Rizzoli
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 084782389X
Release Date: 2001-06-02

Customer Reviews:

Big letdown from prior years.......2001-07-23

This volume is grossly inferior to its 2000 version and competing annual wristwatch publications in that (1)it omits prices,whether in Swiss francs or US dollars(2)a substantial amount of the illustrations are from the brand public relations materials without data and(3)recognized brands such as Lange,Blancpain,Breguet,Franck Muller,Glashutte,Ulysse Nardin and Vacheron Constantin are given much less page-space than such lesser brands as Bedat,Clerc,Concord,deGrisogono,Ikepod,etc.Save your $$$$ and buy Peter Braun's annual.

Watches International 2001.......2001-05-30

I was very disappointed. The major brands are not well represented at all (with few exceptions) and too much space was given to jewelry/fashion watches for which serious collectors are not likely to be that interested. Perhaps comprehensive inclusion of the major companies required their financial participation. If so, they obviously opted out. A slick publication way off the mark. Could be much, much better.

more flash than cash.......2001-05-12

The book is beautifully published and photographed. It offers a good review of the history of watchmaking, especially helpful to the novice collector or the casual reader. The second tier and exotic bejewelled brands are catalogued in great detail over several pages each, but the Grande Marques watches such as Breguet, Cartier, Franck Muller, IWC, Omega, Ulysse Nardin and Vacheron Constantin are given a cursory overview in about a couple pages for each. As is customary for this publication, no retail prices are quoted.This significantly detracts from its usefulness and value to the serious watch collector. It is an interesting coffee table book, but more useful catalogues for the watch afficionado are Wristwatch Annual 2001 and Watches vol.4

Photography and Imaging Yearbook 2001 (Aappl Yearbook of Photography and Imaging)

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Photography and Imaging Yearbook 2001 (Aappl Yearbook of Photography and Imaging)

Manufacturer: Fountain Press Ltd.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Book Description

For more than sixty years the "Photography Yearbook" has featured new developments and techniques in photography always seeking new photographic talent and ideas. The 2001 edition is no exception featuring contrasting portfolios from six outstanding photographers, including Francisco Hidalgo and Simon Marsden. Themes include: Homage--an international portfolio of photographs influenced by great painters, Botany-fascinating close-up views of flowers by Rosemary Calvert, Florian Stollinger--new perspective on the classic monochrome nude, Beyond Reality--a challenge of combining traditional photography with digital techniques.

The portfolios are followed by images by photographers from more than 20 countries representing an incredibly wide range of styles, subjects and techniques in both monochrome and color. The 66th edition of the "Photography Yearbook" is proud once again to present the most comprehensive and varied selection of photography available in one volume.

Book Description

You have images to sell and 2003 Photographer's Market has the buyers who want them!

Inside you'll find 2000 completely updated market listings with contact information for magazines, stock agencies, advertising firms, book publishers, greeting card and poster markets, newspapers, businesses, galleries and more, including 450 listings new to this edition.

Each entry provides contact names, addresses, phone numbers, e-mails and websites, plus detailed information on what each market pays, preferred submission formats, what they're looking for, how much they buy, and more. Easy-to-reference symbols and indexes get you to the most promising markets for your work FAST.

Inside you'll also find an invaluable selection of helpful articles, Insider Reports, and information on contests, workshops, professional organizations, portfolio review events, websites and more!

Customer Reviews:

2003 Photographer's Market.......2003-06-06

Having read the other reviews I was probably expecting a bit too much. I admit there is a whole heap of information here, but wading through it is headache inducing. One thing I really hate is the way the subject index just throws everything together: magazines, stock agencies, greetings card companies etc. After a few minutes your brain starts to spin. Surely subdividing the subject index would be more helpful.

Another complaint is that there are no big national newspapers listed. The 'Newspapers and Newsletters' section is truly pathetic, covering every obscure backwater newsletter, but nothing substantial apart from one entry: New York Times Magazine. The British BFP Market Handbook lists all the national newspapers, so why are there none here?

Finally, it seems if publications or organisations do not reply to a listing request, they are deleted. Wouldn't it be better to still include their info with a symbol indicating that it might be out of date material? For instance, you do not list the National Enquirer, but this has earnt freelances a lot of money over the years. It may not be serious journalism but it is a good market.

More info than you'll ever use.......2003-05-06

This book is very exhaustive on places to sell photos. It is almost overwhelming trying to find places to send photos too. If you can't find a place to sell photos in here than you'll never be able to sell or post photos.

What would we do without it?.......2002-09-07

A must for editorial and/or stock photographers. A bible of contact information. A few photo buyers, like those who only buy one or two photos from freelancers a year, could be left out of the book.

Excellent.......2001-10-01

If you want to sell or exhibit photos, this book will give you all the information on places to go that you will need.

Read it Cover to Cover.......2001-09-01

Okay, this is not the type of book one should read cover to cover but I did it anyway. As a young photographer taking baby steps to a new career this book has been invaluable.

Not only does it instill me with the confidence that there is a market for the type of photography I produce, but it gives the contact information I need an the instructions on how to make contact with each photobuyer. The scattered articles also help in pointing the direction for further research into the business aspect of photography.

I will most defiantly make this a yearly purchase! So I will always have the most up to date information on who buys what, when, how, and for how much.

Customer Reviews:

THE STANDARD for Camera Collectors!.......2005-04-21

I cannot say it any better than the many other reviewers who have indicated that this is the "bible" of camera collecting references! Exhaustive references, historic information, pictures, auction selling prices, the "whole nine yards!"

The only camera reference book better than this one is Jim McKeown's next edition!

All Inclusive Guide to Camera Pricing.......2005-03-30

My McKeown's price guide has been an invaluable tool in selling old camera's at online auction sites. It not only gives you a solid idea of what a camera is worth, but it many cases it gives you some history and background as well.

There are pictures of almost every camera listed to help you identify your exact model, and it explains in detail the difference between similar models.

I can't think of anything that could be added to make this a more complete pricing guide.

Cameras in Alaska.......2004-12-25

I use this book often, I have found that in addition to the obveous use (prise guide) there is a fair amount of history that helped with research. Contains much useful information.

Classic Guide to Antique Cameras.......2004-07-30

I have had the pleasure of owning (and still own) the 1976 Guide To Antique Cameras by Mckeown. It has been many years since then and the price for a guide has really risen. As an Antique dealer I found myself getting interested in collectible cameras once again. I knew I needed a guide and reviewed a 1996 copy a friend owned my McKeowen and was convinced this is the one to own. My library consists of at least 200 books on Antiques and 50 price guides on Art, Jewelry, clothing, Orientalia to name a few. I hesitated at the price for this guide, but after reasearching the options I knew this was the concise price guide for me. I own it and am happy I chose it and it makes me MONEY just owning it. I have 30 years of Amatuer collecting and selling under my belt and I really don't need a price guide just my wits, (that's what I told myself) but it just makes it soooo easy to reinforce my experience with a reference and value basis for my risks. Leica III,a,b,c,g, Mentor Reflex, Zeiss-Ikon Miroflex, Robot 35mm, Hasselblad, Kodak Field Cameras, Sept 35mm camera projector, TDC 3d projector & Nikon Cameras are a few of the cameras I have used this informational price guide in evaluating.

McKeown Is One Of The Ultimate Authorities on Cameras.......2002-04-26

Jim McKeown's books are the most comprehensive sources of accurate information on cameras in the world. Period. Other books may give more information on specific cameras, but if you are to have but one source to refer to,choose McKeown. He will never disappoint you.
Another wonderful camera expert and writer (they don't always go together) is Ivor Matanle. His two books are treasures. But if you want facts, go with McKeown. You will return over and over to his book. Speaking face to face with him is most rewarding. You realize you are learning from one of the world authorities.
Wonderful pictures, camera values (prices) rarity,etc. This book contains cameras even experts haven't heard about. But McKeown is the expert of experts, and you will keep this large,heavy, over 900 page book near just for the fun of reading it. Am I enthused? Yes! I have bought his books since the 4th edition in 1983-84, and always been pleased.
A lengthy review? Yes, but this book deserves much praise!

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PLEASE BROWSE IN ANOTHER CATEGORY...

Advertising Annual 2001
B. Martin Pedersen
Manufacturer: Graphis, U. S.
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1888001860

Book Description

This showcase of the excellence in current advertising campaigns produced internationally is a thorough exploration of print media for diverse fields, covering automotive, electronics, public service, and retail products of numerous types. High-quality reproductions of ads are accompanied by complete captions and credits. Indices of ad agencies, creative directors, art directors, designers, illustrators, photographers, and clients make this a valuable, all-inclusive guide.

Customer Reviews:

PLEASE BROWSE IN ANOTHER CATEGORY..........2001-04-19

Yes, browse something else in a different category, because if you pass over this Annual 2001, you don't need to look any further in Commercial Advertising category.

Book Description

American Corporate Identity is the premier annual focusing on logos and their applications. Since the first book appeared in 1986, designers from all over the world have made American Corporate Identity a major source of creative inspiration.

American Corporate Identity 2001 reflects the business climate at the beginning of the new millennium -- for example, there are a number of designs for "dot-com" companies featured in this 16th annual in the series. (Interestingly, the term "dot-com" didn't exist just a few years ago.

Again this year, the annual features seven categories:LogosComplete Identity ProgramPackage DesignLetterheadsCorporate Identity ManualsSignage & Environmental GraphicsCorporate Brochures

Work selected for this book is the result of a competion in which design firms form all over America submitted their best creative output. Approximately 20% of the entries submitted were chosen for publication.

The materials included in this book are all, for one reason or another, "world-class" designs; this is as it should be for a book that has distribution literally all over the globe.

Customer Reviews:

Absolutely Wonderful!.......2001-02-19

This book is an absolutely wonderful resource containing many kinds of print media work by various artists.

Book Description

Bertolt Brecht's work journals trace his years of exile (the period from 1934 to 1955) in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and America, as well as his return, via Switzerland, to East Berlin. These journals include his perceptive and at times polemical critiques of other writers and intellectuals, but the accounts of his own writing practice provide the greatest insights into the creation of his dramatic work as well as the development of his politics and theories about epic theatre.

There are memorable and revealing passages: about D'Annunzio and Ezra Pond, about the bombing of Germany, about the Greek epigrams, about the Battle of Britain, about the death of Margarete Steffin, about Mrs. Wriggles the family dog, and about the precariousness of life in Los Angeles.

Now available in paperback, and illustrated by photographs and press cuttings collected by Brecht, the Journals offer frequently surprising and revelatory perspectives on the life and thought of one of the most influential writers of the century.

Excerpt: 16 sep 40
it would be unbelievably difficult to express my state of mind as i follow the battle of britain on the wireless and in the awful finnish-swedish papers and then write Puntila. this intellectual phenomenon explains both that such wars can exist and that literary works can still be produced. puntila means hardly anything to me, the war everything; about puntila i can write virtually antyhing, about the war, nothing. and i don't just mean `may', but truly `can'.

it is interesting how remote literature as a practical activity is from the centres where decisive events take place...

Customer Reviews:

The Frankfurt Scholars and Bertolt Brecht........2000-01-11

A very short observation: Every one that wants to explore the reasons of why Adorno and Brecht were water and oil, why Brecht was very interested in dialectical relationships between wave and matter or why Brecht never ended at Frankfurt receiving three naked students meanwhile a director, can't miss this book.

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Bertolt Brecht : Journals, 1934 to 1955
Bertolt Brecht
Manufacturer: Routledge
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