A Camera in the Hills by Roly Smith

A Camera in the Hills by Roly Smith

W.A. Poucher (1891-1988) was a man of diverse talents. He was a pioneering and prolific landscape photographer and the author of a string of illustrated books, among them the famous photographic climbing guides recently reissued by Frances Lincoln. He was also known as 'the father of British perfumery' and was employed for more than thirty years as chief perfumer at Yardleys. His three-volume textbook Perfumes, Cosmetics and Soaps, first published in 1923, is still in print. Roly Smith tells the story of a true English eccentric, a man in love with fast cars, mountain scenery, mascara and lipstick, and recounts his dramatic formative experiences during the First World War, his dogged determination to succeed with a sure eye for composition and a nose said to be able to distinguish 1,000 different scents, and his eventual recognition and celebrity. The text is copiously illustrated with Poucher's own powerfully evocative photographs alongside other archival and personal illustrations provided by Poucher's son.

* An illustrated biography of Walter Poucher, pioneering mountain photographer and perfumer * The story of a true English eccentric, a man in love with fast cars, mountain scenery, mascara and lipstick * Illustrated with Poucher's own photography as well as archive material and family photos Richly illustrated, this is a book which is written in a chatty and informed style and which will be enjoyed by anyone interested in the life and work of this distinguished and gifted eccentricA good Christmas present. Keswick Reminder A fascinating biography, and one which will inspire you to track down his guidebooks - available from the same publisher. Country Walking Liberally punctuated with photographs of Poucher's personal life as well as many outdoor scenes, making it not only a fascinating read but also a record of examples of his magnificent work. Footsteps

ROLY SMITH is a freelance writer, editor and consultant and the author of over 60 books on walking and the countryside. He was recently dubbed 'Mr Peak District' by his local newspaper. Based in Bakewell in the heart of the Peak, Roly was formerly Head of Information Services to the Peak District National Park – Britain's busiest – before taking voluntary early retirement in 1997 to concentrate on his freelance career. Previous to that, he enjoyed a 20-year award-winning career in journalism. He was chairman of the Outdoor Writers' and Photographers' Guild from 1990 to 2002 and was made an honorary life member in 2005.

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ISBN 13	9780711228986
ISBN 10	0711228981
Titre	A Camera in the Hills
Auteur	Roly Smith
État	Non disponible
Type de reliure	Hardback
Éditeur	Quarto Publishing PLC
Année de publication	2008-10-09
Nombre de pages	192
Note de couverture	La photo du livre est présentée à titre d'illustration uniquement. La reliure, la couverture ou l'édition réelle peuvent varier.
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