The Asahi Pentax Way Herbert Keppler 9th Edition 1975 Camera Photography Book

Key Details

Title: The Asahi Pentax Way – The Asahi Pentax Photographer’s Companion

Author: Herbert Keppler / H. Keppler

Publisher: Focal Press, London / New York

Year of Publication: 1975

Edition: Ninth Edition – December 1975

Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Language: English

Subject: Photography / Cameras / Pentax

ISBN: 0 240 50889 0

Printed & Bound: Great Britain by A. Wheaton & Co., Exeter

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Mini Story or Hook

A terrific period reference for the Pentax enthusiast, The Asahi Pentax Way was written by respected photographic writer Herbert Keppler as a practical companion to the Asahi Pentax system.

This Ninth Edition from December 1975 is particularly interesting as it was updated to cover the then-new Pentax K Series, marking Pentax’s transition to the K-mount era. The dust jacket features an Asahi Pentax ES II, while the book covers Pentax cameras, lenses, accessories and practical operation.

More than simply an instruction manual, it is a fascinating snapshot of the Pentax system and 35mm photography during the mid-1970s — ideal for a vintage camera collector, Pentax enthusiast or analogue photography library.

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Condition

Condition: Good vintage condition – see detailed notes and photographs.

This is an original 1975 Ninth Edition hardcover complete with its dust jacket.

* Hardcover appears sound and securely bound.

* Interior pages appear generally clean and well preserved for age.

* Dust jacket shows age-related wear, including creasing, rubbing, marks and some discolouration/spotting.

* Dust jacket is currently housed in a clear protective covering.

* Some normal age toning and minor marks consistent with a book now approximately 50 years old.

* Ninth Edition and December 1975 publication are clearly stated on the copyright page.

* ISBN 0 240 50889 0.

A very presentable vintage reference copy with considerable appeal for collectors of classic Pentax cameras and photographic literature.

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