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# 4.6/5 rating from 667 readers International edition with global reach 40,000+ sales rank Camera Lucida: Reflections on Photography (Vintage Classics)

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> 📸 Unlock the art and soul of photography with a timeless classic!

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## Key Features

- • **Essential Reading:** Ranked top 10 in Photography Criticism & Essays—an indispensable resource for serious enthusiasts.
- • **Emotional Resonance:** Experience Barthes’ moving personal narratives that connect photography with human emotion.
- • **Philosophical Depth:** Dive into the profound reflections on photography that challenge your perspective.
- • **Critically Acclaimed:** Join thousands of readers who rate this vintage classic 4.6 stars for its insightful content.
- • **Global Accessibility:** Available internationally with tailored editions, perfect for the cosmopolitan reader.

## Overview

Camera Lucida by Roland Barthes is a vintage classic in photography criticism, boasting a 4.6-star rating from over 600 readers and ranking in the top 10 for Photography Criticism & Essays. This intellectually challenging book blends philosophical insights with personal reflections, making it a must-have for professionals and enthusiasts eager to deepen their understanding of photographic art.

## Description

Camera Lucida: Reflections on Photography (Vintage Classics) : Roland Barthes: desertcart.co.uk: Books

Review: Whip the dictionary out! - Get ready to hit the dictionary because this book is full of complicated words! Other than that, it’s a fantastic book. I used part 1 as a link to my essay and now I’ve decided to read part 2 and my mind is blown away. I feel the book allowed me to grow my knowledge and understanding about photography, portraits mainly. The way Barthes talks about his mother is beautiful, some pages moved me to tears! Recommend to anyone who wants to open their mind to the philosophical things of photography. But be warned, it’s a difficult read, some pages are confusing as hell, but totally worth it when you keep an open mind.
Review: Good book - Essential for Photography knowledge

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 80,067 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 6 in Photography Criticism & Essays 67 in Language Communication Reference 123 in Individual Photographers |
| Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (671) |
| Dimensions  | 12.9 x 1.1 x 19.8 cm |
| Edition  | New Ed |
| ISBN-10  | 0099225417 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0099225416 |
| Item weight  | 130 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 144 pages |
| Publication date  | 15 July 1993 |
| Publisher  | Vintage Classics |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Whip the dictionary out!
*by K***Y on 24 May 2020*

Get ready to hit the dictionary because this book is full of complicated words! Other than that, it’s a fantastic book. I used part 1 as a link to my essay and now I’ve decided to read part 2 and my mind is blown away. I feel the book allowed me to grow my knowledge and understanding about photography, portraits mainly. The way Barthes talks about his mother is beautiful, some pages moved me to tears! Recommend to anyone who wants to open their mind to the philosophical things of photography. But be warned, it’s a difficult read, some pages are confusing as hell, but totally worth it when you keep an open mind.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good book
*by N***N on 7 March 2025*

Essential for Photography knowledge

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All photographers sould read it.
*by B***. on 23 March 2025*

A cornerstone of photographic philosophy and aesthetics. bs

## Frequently Bought Together

- Camera Lucida: Reflections on Photography
- On Photography
- Ways of Seeing: John Berger (Penguin Modern Classics)

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