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Camera Lucida

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About “Camera Lucida”

Camera Lucida: Reflections on Photography is a 1980 book by French philosopher Roland Barthes. It explores the nature of photography and its impact on viewers. The work also serves as a tribute to Barthes' mother, who died before its publication. Through personal reflection and theoretical analysis, Barthes examines how photographs affect emotions and memory. The book combines philosophical inquiry with personal grief, offering insights into the power of photographic images. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)

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Published
1980
Latest edition
1981 · ISBN 0809033402
ISBN
9780374521349
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How many pages is Camera Lucida?

Camera Lucida by Roland Barthes has 119 pages.

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