Photography through the Lens of History

Learn about the history of photography with these books and videos. This list was created by a librarian at The Seattle Public Library to accompany Beyond the Frame, a year-long commemoration, through programs and exhibits, of the 150th anniversary of the birth of renowned photographer Edward S. Curtis and the history and culture of Native Americans.

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