Sharp first edition of this posthumously published book in which the noted French theorist meditates on various aspects of photography. Translated by Richard Howard. NY: Hill and Wang, 1981. First American edition. Octavo (5.75 x 8.5 in.); 119pp.; black papered boards backed with oatmeal cloth; gold stamping to front board and spine; in dust jacket. Fine in a near fine, unclipped jacket with a discreet 3/4" closed tear at head of front panel, short splits/surface abrasions at the tops of the panel hinges, and mild wear at spine ends.
