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Weegee, the photographer, "psychic," and ultimate New Yorker, is the subject of the first comprehensive biography written by Christopher Bonanos, the author of Instant: The Story of Polaroid. Arthur Fellig, also known as Weegee, possessed an uncanny ability to arrive at crime scenes just as the police did, which led him to rename himself "Weegee," claiming that he functioned as a human Ouija board. Weegee's photography captured the crime, grit, and complex humanity of midcentury New York City better than any other photographer.
In Flash, Bonanos provides a portrait not only of the man himself, but also of the fascinating time and place he occupied. Weegee's life story is one of transformation, from a self-taught immigrant kid to a newshound, an art-world darling, and ultimately a latter-day caricature. His journey took him from the dangerous streets of New York City to the celebrity culture of Los Angeles and then to Europe, where he embarked on a quixotic late phase of experimental photography and filmmaking.
Weegee's life was just as worthy of documentation as the scenes he captured. With Flash, readers are given an unprecedented and ultimately moving view of a man now regarded as an innovator and a pioneer, an artist as well as a newsman, whose photographs are among the most powerful images of urban existence ever made.
Bonanos' biography delves into Weegee's flaws and deep talents, as well as his generous appetites for publicity, women, and hot pastrami. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a complex and multifaceted individual who left an indelible mark on the world of photography and journalism.
Through Flash, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the man behind the lens, the forces that shaped him, and the lasting impact of his work. Bonanos' masterful storytelling and attention to detail make this biography a must-read for anyone interested in the history of photography, urban culture, and the enduring legacy of Weegee, the ultimate New Yorker.
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publisher | Henry Holt and Co.; First Edition (June 5, 2018) | ||||
language | English | ||||
hardcover | 400 pages | ||||
isbn_10 | 1627793062 | ||||
isbn_13 | 978-1627793063 | ||||
item_weight | 1.46 pounds | ||||
dimensions | 6.43 x 1.33 x 9.81 inches | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #1,264,108 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #387 in City Photography #401 in Photojournalism (Books) #2,066 in Biographies of Artists, Architects & Photographers (Books) | ||||
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