Lewis W. Hine: America at Work
The groundbreaking photography of a visionary who documented early 20th-century labor with unflinching humanity. This collection features nearly 350 images - from child workers to the Empire State Building's construction - that exposed industrial injustices and shaped U.S. labor laws.
Hine's iconic shots of immigrants, factories, and machines reveal both social struggles and the dignity of work. A powerful visual history with an insightful essay, perfect for photography and history enthusiasts.
The groundbreaking photography of a visionary who documented early 20th-century labor with unflinching humanity. This collection features nearly 350 images - from child workers to the Empire State Building's construction - that exposed industrial injustices and shaped U.S. labor laws.
Hine's iconic shots of immigrants, factories, and machines reveal both social struggles and the dignity of work. A powerful visual history with an insightful essay, perfect for photography and history enthusiasts.
W 6 x H 8 x D 1.9 in
- 2.85 lb
- 544 pages
- Printed in Austria
- Released on 11/5/18
- Hardcover
- ISBN: 9783836572347
- Published By Taschen
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