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Mathew Brady recognized that the new art of photography could be more than just a means of capturing people's likenesses in portraits. Beginning with the First Battle of Bull Run in 1861 and continuing through the entire Civil War, Brady and his employees chronicled the long, bloody conflict, bringing images of war directly to the people. Brady knew the photos would create valuable historical records for later generations. More than any other photographer of his generation, Brady understood photography's great potential and through his influence, he taught others to understand it as well.

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Captured History is the perfect name for a fascinating series from Compass Point.-- School Library Journal, Flashback: These Books of Historical Photographs Transp Nardo does much more than chronicle the photographer's lives. He gives insight into their private worlds behind the lens of the camera, as well as detailed facts about those people and events caught on film. Engaging text, combined with other resources, and ties to Common Core Standards make these titles a valuable addition to a school library.-- Library Media Connection STAR REVIEW! The latest titles in the excellent Captured History series once again view history through the lens of groundbreaking photographs. . . .With a clean design and readable text, plus the vivid and haunting photos, the Captured History series makes events in the past feel immediate and palpable--and what better way to get kids interested? Stellar back matter, too, including tips on how to apply Common Core standards.-- Booklist Top 10 Continuing Series! The stunning books in this series view history through the lens of groundbreaking photographs, zooming in on iconic moments and then placing them in greater historical context. Look for series subsets in world history and sports, too.-- Booklist

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Noted historian and award-winning author Don Nardo has written many books for young people about American history. Nardo lives with his wife, Christine, in Massachusetts.

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