Publisher's Synopsis
""A First Book of the Lens"" is a comprehensive guide to the use and function of photographic lenses, written by C. Welborne Piper and originally published in 1901. The book provides an elementary introduction to the principles of optics and the physics of light, before delving into the practical aspects of lens design, construction, and application in photography. The author covers topics such as focal length, aperture, depth of field, and lens aberrations, as well as the different types of lenses available and their various uses. The book is aimed at beginners and amateur photographers, but also provides valuable insights and information for more experienced practitioners. It is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on the early days of photography and the development of photographic technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
