Mathew Brady: Historian with a Camera

This hardcover edition of "Mathew Brady: Historian with a Camera" is in good condition with a dust jacket that exhibits minor edge wear. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings, making it a well-preserved copy for collectors.

"Mathew Brady: Historian with a Camera" by James D. Horan offers an in-depth exploration of the life and work of one of America's pioneering photographers. Published by Bonanza Books, a division of Crown Publishers, Inc., in 1955, this hardcover edition features picture collation by Gertrude Horan. The book delves into Brady's significant contributions to photography, particularly during the Civil War era, and showcases exclusive photographs from the Brady-Handy Collection. James D. Horan, known for his expertise in historical biographies, provides a comprehensive narrative that appeals to both photography enthusiasts and history buffs. This edition, with its detailed visual and textual content, remains a valuable resource for those interested in 19th-century American history and photography. The dust jacket, though showing minor edge wear, preserves the book's vintage aesthetic.