Dani Inkpen
Capturing Glaciers: A History of Repeat Photography and Global Warming
Capturing Glaciers: A History of Repeat Photography and Global Warming
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Photographs of receding glaciers are a powerful visualization of human-caused climate change, but their meaning and evidentiary value have varied over time. Capturing Glaciers by Dani Inkpen historicizes the use of repeat glacier photographs, examining what they show, what they obscure, and how they influence public understanding of nature and climate change. It calls for a centering of climate justice and warns of the consequences of reducing the problem of global warming to one of distant wilderness.
Format: Hardback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 09 January 2024
Publisher: University of Washington Press
Photographs, it seems, possess a language all their own. Their meanings are shaped by interpretive frameworks that evolve over time. Today, photographs of receding glaciers stand as one of the most widely recognized visual representations of human-caused climate change. These images, captured through the repeated practice of photography, have become powerful tools in conveying a clear and unambiguous message: global warming is taking place, and it is happening right now. However, it is important to note that this was not always the case. The significance and evidentiary value of repeat glacier photography have undergone fluctuations throughout history, influenced by not only evolving scientific standards but also social, cultural, and political factors.
In her book, Capturing Glaciers, Dani Inkpen delves into the historical context of repeat glacier photographs, exploring their visual representations, the information they convey, and the impact they have on public perceptions of nature and climate change. While these photographs may appear convincing as evidence, they offer a limited and sometimes misleading portrayal of glaciers themselves. Furthermore, their widespread use raises concerns about perpetuating problematic notions embedded in their historical origins. Through her clear and compelling writing, Capturing Glaciers ultimately advocates for a centering of climate justice and raises warnings about the consequences of reducing the issue of global warming to a mere concern of distant wilderness.
Weight: 570g
Dimension: 235 x 160 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780295752013
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