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A short, famous book on how we look at paintings, advertising and the human body
1972Fast paceThoughtful
What it is about
Based on a BBC series, this short book looks at how we see art and how images shape our ideas. Berger examines oil paintings, the way women are depicted and the language of advertising. Several chapters are made up only of images.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who want a short introduction to thinking about art and images.
What you will get
A quick, influential read that changes how you look at pictures. It is often assigned in art and media courses.
Ways of Seeing Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Nonfiction · Art · Perception · Culture
Length
166 pages · ≈ 5 h
More about this book
Characters
The reader, looking at works of art and advertising.
Setting
Museums, galleries and the world of images.
What makes it different
Part essay and part picture book; some chapters have no words.
Feel
Sharp, clear and thought-provoking.
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