Gerry Badger: Pleasures of Good Photographs

Exploring the multifaceted nature of photography, this book delves into the complex emotions evoked by viewing images. It highlights how the experience can be transformative yet unsettling, revealing that true pleasure often comes with darker undertones. The text examines the enriching yet potentially dangerous aspects of photography, inviting readers to reflect on the deeper implications of visual representation. Through this lens, it challenges the notion of pure pleasure, emphasizing the intricate relationship between joy and discomfort in the art of photography.