Assignment Shanghai: Photographs on the Eve of Revolution (Series in Contemporary Photography) (Volume 2)
by Ken Light, Orville Schell, Carolyn Wakeman, Jack Birns
This volume in the Series in Contemporary Photography features Jack Birns' evocative images of Shanghai and China in the 1940s, capturing the eve of revolution. With contributions from Ken Light, Orville Schell, Carolyn Wakeman, and Jack Birns, it offers a compelling visual narrative of a transformative period in history, blending artistry with historical insight.
About This Book
Assignment Shanghai: Photographs on the Eve of Revolution (Volume 2) in the Series in Contemporary Photography presents a collection of images taken during a pivotal era in China's history.
Photographer Jack Birns documented the landscapes, people, and events of Shanghai and beyond, providing a window into the social and political atmosphere just before the revolution.
Curated with insights from Ken Light, Orville Schell, Carolyn Wakeman, and Jack Birns, this volume highlights the artistic and historical significance of these photographs.
The series emphasizes contemporary photography's role in preserving moments of global change, making this book a valuable resource for understanding mid-20th-century Asia.
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