Ever since it was first published in 1965, Helen Levittª¡s collection of photographs taken on the streets of 1940s New York City has been revered as a classic of its genre. Made in collaboration with writer James Agee, who provided the bookª¡s introduction, A Way of Seeing was published twice more with modifications during Levittª¡s lifetime. This volume seeks to provide a definitive edition of the book with oversight from Levittª¡s former assistant Marvin Hoshimo, who has taken pains to include the best available prints and negatives of Levittª¡s images.
Returned to its original compact size, this edition contains all 50 original photographs in addition to several other images meant to represent Levittª¡s later understanding of herself as an artist and visual storyteller. Levittª¡s photography has stood the test of time and now provides compelling insight into the daily lives of New Yorkª¡s youngest denizens long after they have grown up.
Returned to its original compact size, this edition contains all 50 original photographs in addition to several other images meant to represent Levittª¡s later understanding of herself as an artist and visual storyteller. Levittª¡s photography has stood the test of time and now provides compelling insight into the daily lives of New Yorkª¡s youngest denizens long after they have grown up.
