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Mr. Bristol'S Barn: With Excerpts From Mr. Blinn'S Diary
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A Century And More Ago, The Vast Majority Of Americans Lived And Worked On Farms. From That Era Date The Barn Of One Abel Bristol, Photographed In This Book, And The Diary Of His Contemporary And Neighbor, Philo Blinn, Also Printed Here. The Two Men Lived Out Their Days Amid The Unremarkable Circumstances Of Ordinary Farm Labor, And Precisely In That Lies Their Interest For Us Today For They Exemplify A Way Of Life In America That Has Now All But Vanished, Yet Should Remain A Living Part Of Our Heritage.The Finely Grained Photographs Of The Barn, Which Still Stands In East Chatham, New York, Were Taken Recently By John Szarkowski, Director Emeritus Of The Department Of Photography At The Museum Of Modern Art, New York. In His Images Of The Barn, He Shows This Object Of Craft To Have A Simple Dignity Of Its Own And At The Same Time A Satisfying, Complex Structure. It Is A Vestige Of A Time When Such Elaborate Works Of Hand Labor Were So Commonplace As To Be Taken For Granted.Interwoven With The Photographs Are Selections From The Neighbor'S Diary, Written As Philo Blinn And His Family Pursued Their Daily Lives In An Age Marked By The Civil War. The Vivid Scenes He Recorded Are Episodic And Diverse: The Daily Round Of Farm Work; The Birth (And Death) Of A Child Who Came Unexpectedly To Her Parents Late In Their Lives; Moments Of Meditation And Tranquility Amid Worry Over Crops And Livestock; And, Again And Again; The Diarist'S Ongoing, Silent Debate With The Local Minister'S Weekly Sermons. Through The Decades That Blinn Chronicled Run Continuing Threads Of Human Interest That Make For A Lively And Often Moving Reading Experience.The Diary And Photographs Together Give A Cleareyed Sense Of Rural Life A Century Ago Its Joys, Its Sorrows, And Its Mundane Realities. They Suggest What It Meant, In A Younger America, To Labor On The Earth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Mr. Bristol's Barn'? A: The main theme of 'Mr. Bristol's Barn' revolves around the rural life of early America, highlighting the daily experiences of farmers Abel Bristol and Philo Blinn during a time when farming was a primary way of life.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by John Szarkowski, who is also known for his role as the Director Emeritus of the Department of Photography at the Museum of Modern Art, New York.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a quality feel for collectors and readers alike.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mr. Bristol's Barn' contain? A: The book contains a total of 72 pages, featuring a combination of photographs and excerpts from the diary of Philo Blinn.
- Q: What kind of photographs are included in the book? A: The book includes finely grained photographs of the barn taken by John Szarkowski, showcasing its structure and craftsmanship, along with imagery that reflects rural life.
- Q: Is 'Mr. Bristol's Barn' a first edition? A: Yes, this book is a first edition, providing collectors and enthusiasts with a unique piece of history.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in good condition, indicating that it has been well-preserved for readers and collectors.
- Q: When was 'Mr. Bristol's Barn' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1997.
- Q: What unique features does the book offer? A: The book combines stunning photographs with excerpts from a historical diary, offering readers a rich narrative of rural life and the significance of barns in American heritage.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'Mr. Bristol's Barn' can be a valuable resource for educational purposes, especially in studies related to American history, agriculture, and photography.