Through the lens : National Geographic greatest photographs
(Book)

Through the Lens is divided into geographical regions--Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, the Americas, and Oceans and Isles--with a special section devoted to space exploration. Each geographical section features an outstanding array of photographs that exemplifies the areaś unique people, wildlife, archaeology, culture, architecture, and environment, accompanied by brief but informative captions. From Barry Bishopś heroic Mount Everest climb in the 1950s to the glorious wildlife of Asia and Africa, from ancient Maya culture to the Afghan girl found 17 years after her piercing green eyes captivated the world, these are some of the finest and most important photographs ever taken.