It's a very nice little book that puts Leiter's work into your hands. The book is entitled "Photofile" for a reason. You will be very disappointed if you are look for a nice book of Leiter's work. The color images are unsaturated and lack the color luster that we've all come to love and the black & white images lack the contrast that were a signature in his work. I would say the book is a little bit overpriced for what you're getting and would suggest that you look at the reviews closely and purchase the more expensive collection books.
Update: September 20, 2018 -
I took some extra time after writing the first review to look at the book again and reflect on what I had said. I've upgraded to four stars. Saul Leiter never really cared whether he was famous or not. He wanted to share his work with the world just as he saw it. Leiter wanted to do nothing more than earn a living by doing what he enjoyed doing most. This "little book" is not only a photo file of his work but its little size is also a reflection of Saul Leiter, the humble human being himself.
Updated - July 5, 2019 After watching Saul Leiter's one and only documentary I've upgraded this book to five stars. The photo is little but I've since learned that his other color book is out of print. I've learned that Leiter wanted his books to be small so he could set them on his night stand and this little photo file would have just fit his billing. I've now come to love the book and will now leave it to potential buyers to review my comments and decide for themselves.
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Muy buen calidad del producto
Reviewed in Mexico on February 20, 2023
Elvis Mastaine
If you study Photography, these are a must buy.
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Elvis Mastaine
Reviewed in India on October 27, 2023
This is a great book at a great price.
The print and paper quality is really nice.
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S. Reilly
Small and superb book on Saul Leiter
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 23, 2022