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History As They Saw It : Iconic Moments from the Past in Color by Jordan Lloyd and Wolfgang Wild (2018, Hardcover)
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Brought to life with vibrant color, these incredible images effectively blur the distinction between past and present and bring history within arm's reach. A WONDERFUL GIFT: History as They Saw It is a surefire conversation starter and a unique gift for any occasion.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherChronicle Books
ISBN-101452169500
ISBN-139781452169507
eBay Product ID (ePID)242538554
Product Key Features
Book TitleHistory As They Saw It : Iconic Moments from the Past in Color
Number of Pages284 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSubjects & Themes / Historical, General, Modern / General, Techniques / Color
Publication Year2018
IllustratorYes
GenreArt, Photography, History
AuthorJordan Lloyd, Wolfgang Wild
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight58.7 Oz
Item Length11.2 in
Item Width10 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2018-276281
Reviews"Why do we think of history in black and white? Here is the past in vibrant color, restored to the way it ought to be remembered. From the Wright brothers' first flight, to the Titanic, to the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge, this is a remarkable book that re-imagines a century."> -Aspen Daily News, "Why do we think of history in black and white? Here is the past in vibrant color, restored to the way it ought to be remembered. From the Wright brothers' first flight, to the Titanic, to the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge, this is a remarkable book that re-imagines a century."> -Aspen Daily News-- -
SynopsisStep into a time machine and witness some of the most significant events of the late 19th and early 20th century, brought to vivid life in full-color restorations of historic black-and-white photographs. This revolutionary photography collection is as close to time travel as it gets. Featuring 120 historic black-and-white photographs thoroughly restored and rendered in color, this book illuminates some of the most iconic moments in history, from the sinking of the Titanic to the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge. Brought to life with vibrant color, these incredible images effectively blur the distinction between past and present and bring history within arm's reach. With a timeline spanning more than 100 years, from 1839 to 1949, this unique collection will amaze history and photography buffs alike, offering new perspectives on significant moments of the 19th and 20th centuries. MESMERIZING FORMAT: Presented in reverse chronological order, this enchanting book takes you back through time, one stunning colorized photograph at a time. The left margin of each spread features a map and a timeline showing when and where each image was taken, as well as quotes from the time period that also help bring each historical moment to life. A WONDERFUL GIFT: History as They Saw It is a surefire conversation starter and a unique gift for any occasion. READERS LOVE IT: With hundreds of 5-star ratings, reviewers rave that "this book changes how I see the past" and note that "the colorization by artist Jordan Lloyd is brilliant . . . and this presentation allows one to see the past much as one's ancestors did." Perfect for: Gift givers shopping for history buffs and photography lovers Fans of Ken Burns, Wes Anderson, and National Geographic People who enjoy collecting beautiful art, history, and photographic coffee table books, This revolutionary photography collection is as close to time travel as it gets. Featuring 120 historic black-and-white photographs thoroughly restored and rendered in color, this book illuminates some of the most iconic moments in history, from the sinking of the Titanic to the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge. Brought to life with vibrant color, these incredible images effectively blur the distinction between past and present and bring history within arm's reach. With a timeline spanning more than 100 years, from 1839 to 1949, this unique collection will amaze history and photography buffs alike, offering new perspectives on significant moments of the 19th and 20th centuries.
LC Classification NumberTR15.W485 2018
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- 26 Jun, 2020
A colorful look into the past.
Fantastic pictures. Black and white is nice but you need to see them in color to appreciate what those times were like.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
