Understanding a Photograph

Exploring the intricate connections between individual experience and societal context, this collection showcases John Berger's profound insights on photography through a chronological arrangement of his writings. It features selected essays from notable works like "About Looking" and "Another Way of Telling," along with previously uncollected pieces that analyze various artists, including August Sander and Jitka Hanzlová. Curated by Geoff Dyer, this compilation highlights Berger's influential voice in understanding art and its impact over the past 50 years.