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The Last Resort

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A new edition of a modern classic of photography. Martin Parr is Europe's premier contemporary photographer, and The Last Resort is the book that is considered to have launched his career. Taken at the height of the Thatcher years, it depicts the "great British seaside" in all its garish glory. Described by some as cruel and voyeuristic and by others as a stunning satire on the state of Britain, early editions are now much sought after by collectors worldwide. Includes a new essay by Gerry Badger, photographer, architect, curator, and critic.

Language: English

Pages: 84

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Dewi Lewis Publishing

Release: August 17, 2010

ISBN: 1904587798

ISBN 13: 9781904587798

The Last Resort

0/5 ( ratings)

A new edition of a modern classic of photography. Martin Parr is Europe's premier contemporary photographer, and The Last Resort is the book that is considered to have launched his career. Taken at the height of the Thatcher years, it depicts the "great British seaside" in all its garish glory. Described by some as cruel and voyeuristic and by others as a stunning satire on the state of Britain, early editions are now much sought after by collectors worldwide. Includes a new essay by Gerry Badger, photographer, architect, curator, and critic.

Language: English

Pages: 84

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Dewi Lewis Publishing

Release: August 17, 2010

ISBN: 1904587798

ISBN 13: 9781904587798

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