Life: 70 Years of Extraordinary Photography, Platinum Collection

Life: The Platinum Anniversary Collection: 70 Years of Extraordinary Photography

Easton Press

MINT Condition – Still in the Publisher’s Shrinkwrap

This is a beautiful coffee table book published by the Easton Press in conjunction with The Editors of Life Magazine in 2007. For seven decades, "Life" has been thrilling the world with its unrivalled presentation of the very best photography to be found. Here, the editors have assembled the creme de la creme from the magazine's vast collection of images. Because "Life" has always dealt with matters of every sort, the entire spectrum of society is represented in these pages. One after another, there are unforgettable photos from Hollywood's greatest stars, from the wonders of small-town America, from the terrible wars, as well as from the zestful years of childhood. "Life" has always represented the apex in photojournalism and its roster of great photographers is unequalled. Publishers Weekly provided the following summary of the book, “This collection, a 70-year retrospective, presents a history in photos, highlighting the most famous, moving and beautiful pictures from the magazine, including classics by Alfred Eisenstaedt, Dorothea Lange, Margaret Bourke-White, and Irving Penn. Divided into sections covering the presidency, Hollywood, war, science and nature, culture, sport and "fun," this volume packs in a huge assortment of subjects and emotions. Of particular interest is the chapter of "Photo Essays," a pioneering Life feature that revolutionized the field of photojournalism, capturing stories through image sequences and small blurbs; included are provocative stories such as the plight of German refugees in 1945, Heroin use in the '60s and Larry Burrows' intimate portrait of the Vietnam war, which has been called "the greatest photo essay ever made." In honor of its legacy, the Platinum Anniversary Collection closes with a short annex of every magazine cover from the magazine's long, illustrious life.”

From the publisher: “History recreated through the unforgettable images of America's premier magazine of photojournalism. Revisit seven decades with LIFE magazine's renowned collection of images.  From the defining events of the modern age to unforgettable photos of Hollywood's greatest stars, from "you are there" images of war to breathtaking views of nature...and much more!  This extraordinary volume also brings you every cover from LIFE magazine's rich history.”

Measuring 12” x 10.75”, the book is bound in full leather covered boards with a full color photographic montage inset on the cover. The book also features the usual Easton Press fineries of silk moiré endpapers, gold gilting and gilding, and a built in satin bookmark.

The condition of the book is MINT and is still in the Publisher’s shrinkwrap.