William Albert Allard Knihy

Experience the multifaceted essence of Paris through the captivating photography of William Albert Allard, a pioneer in color photography. His work captures the city's historical grandeur, metropolitan grit, and stunning glamor, offering a unique visual journey that showcases the diverse beauty and character of this iconic city.

Whether exploring the reclusive communities of the Amish and Hutterites, probing the gritty existence of the American cowboy, or revealing the quiet beauty of the Minnesota lakes, William Albert Allard has helped define America in all its diversity. From rodeos to blues singers, from William Faulkner’s Mississippi to minor league baseball, Allard has turned his camera toward parts of our heritage that are often overlooked. His other award-winning books include The Vanishing Breed and A Time We Knew. Portraits of America features 165 of Allard’s finest photographs. Presented in chronological order, with incisive introductions to each section written by Allard himself, these photographs show the creative development of a remarkably gifted artist. Pulitzer Prize­winning author Richard Ford contributes a foreword that places Allard’s photography within the context of the American experience. Art aficionados and lovers of Americana alike delight in this beautifully designed and thoughtful collection from a man who has become a legend in the world photographic community.

Der amerikanische Fotograf William Albert Allard, der absolute Meister der Farbfotografie, schafft auf seinen Streifzügen durch die Straßen von Paris, Bilder, die für immer im Gedächtnis bleiben. Mit Eleganz und Könnerschaft porträtiert er die Stadt der unerschöpflichen Momente und des Savoir-vivre.