Why Photographs Work - a Review

One of the most influential books about photographs has been Ansel Adams's 1983Examples : The Making of 40 Photographs. Though now nearly 30 years old the book remains in print, and is likely found in most serious photographs book collections. I know its long been in mine.
One of the reasons for its success and longevity is that it isn't just a book of interesting photographs, but in addition provides an insight into the aesthetic and creative challenges presented in their making.
Among my generation I was not fortunate enough to have studied with the likes of Ansel Adams or Minor White. During the 1960's through 80's I was too busy traveling the world making a living as a photojournalist and working for TV networks and film productions. But we all are able to learn from great teachers, and for this reason a couple of generations of photographs have been fortunate to have books likeThe Making of 40 Photographsto learn from.
Now there is, in my opinion, a book that will similarly...