Photographic Memory: William Henry Jackson and the American West Dave Scheidt Steven Spielberg

Steven Spielberg

Copper is curious

The book discusses all of the monumental moments during Smith’s life

Chinese American twins

With front-facing cameras ever at the ready

Photographic Memory: William Henry Jackson and the American West Dave Scheidt Steven SpielbergBy Bill Griffith. Published by Abrams. Hardcover, 288 pages, B&W, 2025. Don't miss this timely read, an NPR Books We Love: Deeply researched biography told in sharply attentive black and white comics. Legendary cartoonist Bill Griffith brings a personal touch to this illustrated history of his great grandfather, William Henry Jacksona pioneering photographer of the American West whose work led to Yellowstone becoming the first National Park and was a