Illuminations

by William Carter

This book is an exquisitely printed compilation of Carter's fifteen-year project of portraying the nude, not as a sex object, but as a spiritual document; accompanied by a series of brief essays. Carter (b.1934) was a writer and jazz musician in NYC when he decided to become a photojournalist. He is known for his books on ghost towns (Ghost Towns of the West), jazz (Preservation Hall) and Middle West Country. 120 pages; 75 duo-toned b&w photographic plates; 10 x 10.5 inches.

119 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1996

About the author

William Carter was an American photographer.