W. E. Bowman: General Photographer

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A first edition copy of "W. E. Bowman: General Photographer," written by James Jensen. The book has white, semi-gloss, paper front and back covers and is bound with a brown plastic comb. Printed at the top of the front cover is the title of the book written in varying fonts in brown text that reads [W.E. BOWMAN / GENERAL PHOTOGRAPHER]. Below is sepia toned image outlined with a thin brown box. The image depicts Bowman standing with a large camera with a tripod next to a horse-drawn photography wagon. Bowman is bearded and is wearing a white coat, brimmed hat and dark pants. He is depicted in profile, facing the photography wagon. In the background is a body of water and a city on the far bank. At the bottom of the front cover is the author's name printed in brown ink that reads, [JAMES JENSEN].

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