Top Photojournalism and Essay Collections

The best Photojournalism & Essays includes There and Back: Edge Photography by Jimmy Chin, American Cowboys by Anouk Masson Krantz, Vanity Fair 100 Years: Jazz to Present and many others as mentioned below.

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There and Back: Edge Photography by Jimmy Chin

  • NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
  • Over 200 extraordinary adventure photographs
  • Captures legendary athletes and climbers
  • Behind-the-scenes stories of breathtaking expeditions
  • Includes iconic images from all seven continents
  • Inspires awe and wonder through stunning visuals
  • Features acclaimed filmmaker Jimmy Chin's artistry
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  • Price Range: $25.00
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American Cowboys by Anouk Masson Krantz

  • Stunning large-format photography book.
  • Explores contemporary cowboy culture and communities.
  • Features families, men, women, and children.
  • Homage to American pioneering spirit and strength.
  • Announces Anouk's strongest work yet.
  • Real stories of intimate cowboy lives.
  • Exhibited in galleries across America.
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  • Price Range: $56.35
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Vanity Fair 100 Years: Jazz to Present

  • A century of Vanity Fair’s iconic imagery.
  • Explores art, culture, and commerce through decades.
  • Edited by renowned Vanity Fair editor Graydon Carter.
  • Features previously unpublished images and insights.
  • A stunning coffee table book for any space.
  • Highlights the history of the Oscar Party.
  • A visual storytelling masterpiece through society and celebrity.
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  • Price Range: $62.21
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The Stylish Life: Tennis by Ben Rothenberg

  • High-quality photography captures tennis lifestyle.
  • A must-have for tennis enthusiasts.
  • Experience elegance and luxury of the sport.
  • A visual journey into tennis excitement.
  • Each page tells a story of dedication.
  • Timeless work captivates again and again.
  • Immerse in the fascinating atmosphere of tennis.
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  • Price Range: $34.32
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West: The American Cowboy by Anouk Masson Krantz

  • Exceptional fine art photography of American cowboys.
  • Showcases the rugged beauty of America's Wild West.
  • Features contributions from renowned artists and storytellers.
  • Celebrates traditional values of honesty and loyalty.
  • Large-format book with rich, inspiring visuals.
  • A unique perspective on ranching communities' culture.
  • Award-winning photographer Anouk Masson Krantz's latest work.
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  • Price Range: $53.70
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Stylish Life: Golf by Christian Chensvold

  • Explore elite golf courses worldwide.
  • Stylish fashion and decorum in golf.
  • Celebrity culture and socialite connections.
  • Rich history from Royal St. Andrews.
  • Visually stunning illustrations throughout the book.
  • Access exclusive clubs without membership hassles.
  • Perfect gift for golf enthusiasts and collectors.
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  • Price Range: $34.45
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Joshua Charow: New York City Artist Lofts

  • Visual journey through NYC's artist lofts.
  • Explores history of lofts and artists' struggles.
  • Features interviews with over 50 resident artists.
  • Documents unique modifications to loft living spaces.
  • Highlights the impact of the Loft Law.
  • Captures a bygone era of downtown art scene.
  • Created by documentary filmmaker Joshua Charow.
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  • Price Range: $35.70
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It's What I Do: Photographer's Life

  • A raw memoir of war photography.
  • Explores the human cost of conflict.
  • Documents lives through chaos and crisis.
  • Emphasizes empathy in photojournalism.
  • Challenges gender norms in a male-dominated field.
  • Balances career aspirations with personal life.
  • Captures stories of resilience and survival.
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  • Price Range: $15.75
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Dorothea Lange: Capturing Humanity in Focus

  • Explores portraiture, identity, and inequality themes.
  • Features iconic photographs by Dorothea Lange.
  • Highlights marginalized people's common humanity.
  • Examines social, economic, and racial inequalities.
  • Published with the National Gallery of Art.
  • New research enriches Lange's photographic legacy.
  • Exhibition opens November 5, 2023.
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  • Price Range: $51.15
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Coolness: Elegance of Freedom [Michael Köckritz]

  • Explores the concept of coolness in modern culture.
  • Combines history, stories, and expert insights.
  • Analyzes coolness as a rebellious attitude.
  • Engaging read for photography and culture enthusiasts.
  • Highlights icons shaping the modern idea of cool.
  • Stimulates creative reflection on societal norms.
  • Offers a unique perspective on timeless coolness.
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  • Price Range: $80.00
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Fred Herzog: Modern Color Photography Book

  • Comprehensive book on Fred Herzog's photography.
  • Features over 230 stunning color images.
  • Includes essays by renowned photography experts.
  • Highlights Herzog's unique color techniques.
  • Showcases archival pigment prints of exceptional quality.
  • Reevaluates Herzog's influence on contemporary photography.
  • Essential for lovers of modern color photography.
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  • Price Range: $27.50
  • Color: Torres Family Finds
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Polar: A Photicular Book [Hardcover]

  • Experience stunning Photicular® technology in a book.
  • Witness vibrant animals in their natural habitats.
  • Penguins, polar bears, and walruses come alive.
  • Includes informative essays by National Geographic writer.
  • Features vital statistics for each showcased animal.
  • A breathtaking journey to polar regions awaits.
  • Perfect for animal lovers and nature enthusiasts.
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  • Price Range: $16.37
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Robert Frank: The Americans (Trade Edition, Hardcover)

  • Classic photobook by renowned photographer Robert Frank.
  • Features eighty-three compelling photographs of America.
  • Highlights themes of racial inequality and injustice.
  • Significant impact on twentieth-century photography.
  • Celebrates Frank's centennial with high-quality printing.
  • Influenced generations of notable photographers and artists.
  • Remains powerful and provocative, resonating today.
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  • Price Range: $32.40
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It's What I Do: Photographer's Journey

  • Unflinching memoir of a war photographer's journey.
  • Insight into international events and journalism challenges.
  • Captures complex lives in extreme moments.
  • Explores women's struggles in war zones.
  • Balancing personal life and career successfully.
  • Documents the human cost of conflict.
  • A powerful testament to resilience and truth.
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  • Price Range: $12.29
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Frontier: Cowboys of the Americas (Hardcover)

  • Expansive photography across the Americas.
  • Showcases diverse cowboy cultures and traditions.
  • Features large-scale, stunning black and white images.
  • Documents ranch life and rodeos beautifully.
  • Foreword by acclaimed songwriter Bernie Taupin.
  • Captures timeless values of sacrifice and strength.
  • A must-have addition to Anouk's renowned work.
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  • Price Range: $56.64
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Ranchland: Wagonhound by Anouk Masson Krantz (Hardcover)

  • Stunning photography of American ranch life.
  • Captures daily rhythms of ranching culture.
  • Celebrates the beauty of Wyoming's landscape.
  • Showcases dedication of the Nicholas family.
  • Highlights traditional ranching practices and stewardship.
  • Large-format book for immersive viewing experience.
  • Inspires appreciation for cowboy life and heritage.
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  • Price Range: $58.99
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Sally Mann: At Twelve Anniversary Edition

  • Groundbreaking photography by Sally Mann.
  • Explores the transition from childhood to adulthood.
  • Features portraits of twelve-year-old girls.
  • Captures innocence and complexity of youth.
  • Includes writings by the artist.
  • High-quality prints from original photographs.
  • Renowned classic reissued for modern audiences.
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  • Price Range: $45.00
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Untamed Spirits: Global Horses (Coffee Table Book)

  • Stunning photography of horses worldwide.
  • Elegant coffee table book design.
  • Showcases horses in breathtaking images.
  • Captures grace, strength, and beauty of horses.
  • Features wild horses from iconic locations.
  • Perfect for horse enthusiasts and photography fans.
  • Artistic portraits that evoke wonder and admiration.
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  • Price Range: $58.52
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Danny Lyon: The Bikeriders (Paperback Edition)

  • Reissued classic from 1968, now back in print.
  • Features original black-and-white photographs by Danny Lyon.
  • Documents Chicago Outlaws Motorcycle Club's unique stories.
  • Authentic portrayal of 1960s counterculture and rebellion.
  • Includes transcribed interviews with Outlaws members.
  • Captures gritty yet humane perspectives of marginalized individuals.
  • Influential work in the genre of New Journalism.
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  • Price Range: $39.64
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Last Laughs by Elliott Erwitt (Hardcover, 1st Edition)

  • Last coffee table book by Elliott Erwitt.
  • Captures humor in everyday black and white scenes.
  • Curated shortly before Erwitt's passing in 2023.
  • Nostalgic snapshots reflecting contemporary history.
  • Features iconic figures and everyday moments.
  • Showcases the unique charm of dogs and people.
  • A lasting legacy of a photography legend.
  • Price Range: $54.81
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Multilingual Edition: Rome Portrait of a City

  • Bumper photographic portrait of Rome's history.
  • Hundreds of stunning photographs from 1840s to present.
  • Features renowned photographers capturing Rome's beauty.
  • Showcases iconic landmarks and historic moments.
  • Explores contrasts of privileged and working-class life.
  • Documents cultural evolution through color photography.
  • Includes famous personalities and cinematic history.
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  • Price Range: $49.62
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Treasures of Egypt: A Photographic Journey

  • Stunning photographs from National Geographic's archive.
  • Celebrates 100 years since King Tut's tomb discovery.
  • Explores Egypt's rich history and cultural heritage.
  • Documents architectural marvels and ancient artifacts.
  • Features compelling stories of Cleopatra and royal graves.
  • Includes vivid images and insightful time lines.
  • Inspires curiosity about ancient Egyptian civilization.
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  • Price Range: $27.99
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The Art of Movement by Ken Browar (Hardcover)

  • Stunning celebration of dance and movement.
  • Features over 70 dancers from renowned companies.
  • Exquisitely designed and beautifully produced book.
  • Photographs capture energy, grace, and flow.
  • Includes inspiring words from dancers and choreographers.
  • Perfect for dance enthusiasts and new fans.
  • Created by acclaimed photographers Browar and Ory.
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  • Price Range: $33.29
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Wisconsin Death Trip by Michael Lesy [Paperback]

  • Explores life in early 1900s Wisconsin.
  • Features rare photographs by Charles Van Schaik.
  • A cult classic since its 1973 release.
  • Documents small-town life and struggles.
  • Combines history with stunning visual storytelling.
  • Captivates readers with its poignant narratives.
  • Perfect for history and photography enthusiasts.
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  • Price Range: $25.99
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Araki 40th Anniversary QUARANTE Edition

  • Ultimate retrospective of Nobuyoshi Araki’s photography.
  • 512 pages of curated images by the artist.
  • Highlights Tokyo street scenes and sensual flowers.
  • Explores themes of desire, subjugation, and emancipation.
  • Features intimate bondage photography and collaboration.
  • New edition celebrating TASCHEN’s 40th anniversary.
  • Compact format with impeccable production quality.
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  • Price Range: $27.90
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National Geographic Stunning Photographs Collector's Edition

  • Stunning visual journey of National Geographic's photography.
  • Organized by aesthetic concepts of beauty in photography.
  • Includes portraits, landscapes, and nature images.
  • Features quotes from scholars and poets enhancing visuals.
  • Many photographs available as purchasable prints.
  • Designed for maximum visual delight and uniqueness.
  • Perfect gift for photography and nature lovers.
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  • Price Range: $12.78
  • Color: 3 positive
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Wise Women: Celebrating Insights and Courage

  • Collection of 80 inspiring women's portraits.
  • Celebrates wisdom from ages 65 to 100.
  • Explores the beauty of aging experiences.
  • Highlights the power of elder women's voices.
  • Reawakens appreciation for older generations.
  • Captures profound insights on life and courage.
  • A visual tribute to timeless feminine strength.
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  • Price Range: $19.85
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Women’s Beauty Atlas: The Power Within

  • Stunning portraits from 60 countries worldwide.
  • Inspirational stories of women's strength and resilience.
  • Acclaimed photographer Mihaela Noroc's latest collection.
  • 500 powerful essays and lessons shared.
  • A transformative journey to discover personal power.
  • Celebrate the beauty of women around the globe.
  • A follow-up to the bestselling Atlas of Beauty.
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  • Price Range: $22.87
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Scars to Wisdom: Women's Transformative Stories

  • Powerful narratives of resilience and redemption.
  • Women transforming wounds into wisdom.
  • A testament to strength in adversity.
  • Voices that inspire and empower.
  • Stories of survival and triumph.
  • A movement for empathy and reflection.
  • Redefining lives and reclaiming futures.
  • Price Range: $33.24
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William Eggleston's Guide (Paperback, 120 pages)

  • First one-man color photography show at MoMA.
  • Changed global perception of color photography forever.
  • Features 48 curated images from 375 photographs.
  • Captures everyday moments in Memphis, Eggleston's hometown.
  • Textured cover with gold lettering and inset photograph.
  • New color separations enhance visual fidelity and depth.
  • Considered a pivotal American photobook in art history.
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  • Price Range: $22.50
  • Color: 4 positive