Big Book
W. Eugene Smith
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Big Book
by W. Eugene Smith, Katharine Martinez, William S. Johnson
Published
2013
Publisher
University of Texas Press
Pages
341
ISBN-13
9780292754683
Description
This set presents an accurate reproduction of the unpublished magnum opus of W. Eugene Smith, an icon in the field of twentieth-century photography who is best known as the master of the humanistic photographic essay. In 1959, Smith created an extended photo-essay that he called "The Big Book," a complex retrospective of his work that would reflect his philosophy of art and critique of the world. Smith's layout grouped photographs out of context and chronological order to form a series of connected "visual chapters and subchapters" that were intended to have a Joycean or Faulknerian literary quality. After three years, Smith completed two handmade folio-sized maquettes to send to publishers. This reproduction of "The Big Book" is an essential primary source document for the study of both the history of photography and the history of the photobook.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Big Book?
This edition of Big Book has approximately 341 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Big Book?
For most readers, Big Book typically takes between 7h 6m and 4h 44m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 85,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 41m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 85,250 words
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What is the word count of Big Book?
The estimated word count for Big Book is approximately 85,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Big Book?
Big Book was written by W. Eugene Smith, Katharine Martinez, William S. Johnson.
When was Big Book published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.