I am an engineer, not a photographer, but I found this book amazing. The stunning photographs, the fascinating history, and the clear technical instructions tempted me to try simple night shots for myself. Of course, some of the technical stuff was over my head. Yet that was in language I could understand, even if I couldn't conprehend all the information a professional photographer would.

If you have photographers in your family, then be sure that "Night Photography" is on your gift list this Christmas. I promise that it will be one of their favorite gifts. I have only one other recommendation: be sure the one receiving the gift promises you the opportunity to read it - or buy youself a copy!

Thank you, Goodreads First Reads, for sending me a free copy of this book. ( )