Man with book, Close-up Photography, Manchester

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Man with book, Close-up Photography, Manchester

A man has to remove his glasses to peruse a book entitled Close-up Photography in a Manchester bookshop. Date: circa 1981

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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a man immerses himself in the world of Close-up Photography, oblivious to the bustling Manchester bookshop around him. Dating back to circa 1981, this image captures the essence of the 1980s, a time when the joy of reading and the allure of photography were not yet overshadowed by digital technology. The man, with a serious expression on his face, leans forward, his elbows resting on a table piled high with books. He wears a tweed jacket and a tie, the attire of a man who values knowledge and tradition. His glasses, perched precariously on his nose, slide down as he focuses intently on the pages before him. The irony of the situation is not lost on us; the man is engrossed in a book about close-up photography, yet he cannot see the details of the image on the page without removing his glasses. The shelves behind him are filled with books on various photography techniques, their spines worn and faded with use. The scene is one of quiet contemplation, a moment of respite from the hustle and bustle of the busy bookshop. The photograph is a testament to the power of the written word and the enduring appeal of photography, even in an age before digital cameras and the internet. This image is a reminder of a time when people sought out physical books to learn new skills and expand their knowledge. It is a charming and humorous snapshot of a man in Manchester, lost in the intricacies of close-up photography, glasses askew, surrounded by the wealth of knowledge that the bookshop had to offer.

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