A review by ginaperry
Take a Picture of Me, James Van Der Zee! by Andrea J. Loney

5.0

This is an absolutely gorgeous, captivating book. I love the sweeping narrative, from James' days as a young boy, until his exhibit at the MET. The author handled the complexities of his life in a poetic, but honest way. The illustrations transport you to each different time and place in James' life. You will find much to discuss after reading this book, and thankfully there are several pages of back matter to expand his biography, history, and photographic techniques during his lifetime.