Introduction: “The Photobook: A History” by Martin Parr and Gerry Badger is a comprehensive exploration of the photobook as a distinct art form and its significant impact on photography and visual culture. Spanning three volumes, the series delves into the evolution, diversity, and cultural importance of photobooks, highlighting key works and movements from the 19th…

Introduction: Charlotte Cotton’s “The Photograph as Contemporary Art” (Fourth Edition) offers an expansive look at the dynamic field of contemporary photography. The book, published by Thames and Hudson in 2020, addresses the evolution of photography as an art form, examining how it has been utilized and transformed by contemporary artists. Cotton’s exploration is both broad…