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Why are photography books collectable? Fine photographic books sit at the meeting point of art and reference, and the best of them hold and grow in value. Collectors look for monographs by noted photographers, the great illustrated surveys of landscape and wildlife, documentary and social photography, and technique and history references, with South African work by photographers such as David Goldblatt drawing particular interest.
Here you will find second-hand and collectable photography books held at Midlands Books in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands: photographer monographs, documentary and fine-art photography, landscape and wildlife volumes, and technical and historical references, from affordable reading copies to scarce first editions. Many of these overlap with our large-format coffee table books. In photographic books, edition, condition and the print quality of the plates matter enormously to value, so it is worth understanding what you have before you buy or sell.
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Karoo Keepsakes – A 2009 first edition hardcover by Chris Marais and Julienne du Toit, signed by both authors and carrying the Karoo Keepsakes first edition stamp. A richly photographed traveller's companion…
Chobe - Africa's Untamed Wilderness - A magnificent 1997 first-edition wildlife coffee table book by acclaimed photographers Daryl and Sharna Balfour. Featuring spectacular colour photography of Botswana's Chobe National Park, its diverse…
Bird Behaviour - A beautifully illustrated 224-page ornithological reference by Robert Burton, featuring nearly 600 colour photographs. Explores bird intelligence, communication, feeding, flight, courtship, breeding and migration. An informative 1985 first edition…
Flying with the Birds - Featuring spectacular colour photography, innovative scientific research and extraordinary accounts of bird migration and aviation safety. Near fine 2009 second-edition hardcover with dust jacket.
A scarce and provocative 2013 first edition photographic hardcover documenting the extraordinary collaboration between acclaimed photographer Roger Ballen and controversial South African music group Die Antwoord. Featuring striking black-and-white photography, behind-the-scenes images,…
Karoo Keepsakes II is also a worthwhile choice for collectors of South African travel literature and Africana. Its combination of evocative writing, photography, local history and human-interest stories creates a warm and…
For readers interested in South African history, photography, rural architecture, farming culture and Africana, Gate by Ian Wolstenholme and Steven Kotze is an especially appealing book.
A striking photographic study of South African medicinal plants by acclaimed photographer Clinton Friedman, combining botanical forms, traditional muti culture and contemporary photographic art.
A beautifully photographed 1998 study of Zulu history, culture and traditional life by Roger and Pat de la Harpe, Sue Derwent and Barry Leitch. Covers history, homesteads, cattle, men, women, marriage and…
Die Welt erfahren - An extensively illustrated German-language travel adventure following Marion Wehner and Jürgen Lauer as they explore Europe, Asia and Africa in a converted expedition truck with their dog, Minouk.…
Digital Plant Photography - A beautifully illustrated guide to digital botanical photography by Adrian Davies. Featuring approximately 450 colour photographs, this practical reference covers photographic equipment, lighting, composition, macro photography and advanced…
Cigar Cool by Jonathan Futrell and Lisa Linder is the perfect addition to any smoking lounge or tobacco related book collection. This photographically dense work runs to 191 pages and offers readers and fans…
The Invisible Line - A scarce 1998 first edition documenting the life and extraordinary photojournalism of Ken Oosterbroek, with text by Mike Nicol. A powerful visual record of violence, humanity and political…
The Art of Seeing - A striking large-format collection showcasing some of the finest Reuters photojournalism, edited by Ulli Michel. Published in 2000, this visually impressive hardcover explores the artistry, timing and…
In Search of the San - A compelling 1997 photographic study of the San by renowned South African documentary photographer Paul Weinberg. An important visual record examining San communities, cultural change, displacement…
My Amalfi Coast - A lavishly illustrated 2008 first edition hardcover exploring Italy’s magnificent Amalfi Coast through Amanda Tabberer’s personal experiences and Carla Coulson’s beautiful photography. An impressive large-format travel and lifestyle…
Composing Nature - A beautifully illustrated guide to composition in nature and wildlife photography by Heinrich, Philip and Ingrid van den Berg. The second volume in the PhotoTips series, combining exceptional African…
Principles of Nature Photography - A beautifully illustrated South African guide to wildlife and nature photography by Heinrich, Philip and Ingrid van den Berg. Packed with practical tips for beginners and experienced…
Pleasure of Ruins - A substantial illustrated edition of Rose Macaulay's classic Pleasure of Ruins, featuring atmospheric photography by Roloff Beny and text selected by Constance Babington Smith. A fascinating combination of…
A beautifully produced Serpentine Gallery exhibition catalogue showcasing the thought-provoking photographic works of internationally acclaimed contemporary artist Thomas Demand.
