Bibliograph

Gordon Parks, introduction by Paul Roth

Type

Label

Gordon Parks, introduction by Paul Roth

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Gordon Parks

Nature of contents

catalogsbibliography

Oclc number

852259739

Responsibility statement

introduction by Paul Roth

Series statement

Photofile

Summary

Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was a pioneering figure in 20th-century photography. As well as being the first African-American photographer to join the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and to become a staff photographer for 'Life' magazine, he was also a writer, film director and composer. Although best known for documenting issues such as poverty, race relations and civil rights, he was remarkably versatile, turning his gift for visual narrative to subjects as diverse as news coverage, fashion, art and sport. He also captured prominent figures of his era, from Malcolm X to Marilyn Monroe, in a series of memorable portraits. Working in the USA and around the world, he was driven by a commitment to social justice: 'The common search for a better life and a better world is deeper than colour or blood.'

Target audience

adult

Classification

Contributor