The Quantum of Light
Ways of Seeing

Ways of Seeing

by John Berger

ArtPenguin Modern ClassicsISBN: 9780141035796

John Berger's book of seven essays, made with the 1972 BBC television series of the same name. It changed the way readers look at paintings, photographs and advertising, and remains one of the most widely read books on art.

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