Handbook for Scientific Photography

Handbook for Scientific Photography by Alfred A Blaker. Published by W H Freeman & Co, San Francisco, CA, 1977. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardbound w/Paper DJ. Size 8vo. Condition: Nr Fine in Torn & Taped DJ. Slight edge wear, content excellent. DJ Taped to book, tears & chipping at edges. ISBN 0716702851. LCCN 77-24661. This authoritative handbook is designed to assist both scientists and science students in the production of publication-grade still photographs. It can be used by anyone with a minimal background in photographs. The author emphasizes techniques in still photography that produce clear, unambiguous, and informative illustrations. Special attention is given to the lighting of objects, closeup flash photography, photomacrography, and the making of high-quality pictures through the microscope. Stereo photography and use of color filters are also covered. Illustrated. 319 Pgs. Description text copyright 2005 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 9113.