War Photographer Flashcards
(5 cards)
What is a quote that shows how the photographer sees his work as a vocation?
“Intone” - this is associated with how a holy figure might give important information to his congregation, making the photographer’s work of stating information about the war seem similar - shows that he sees it as a job that is important and has to be done.
What are the main themes of War Photographer?
Belonging, suffering, an interesting character.
What is a quote that shows how the photographer still thinks about the horrors he has seen?
“Ghost” - ghosts are known for haunting the living, showing how the photographer feels constantly accompanied by the memories of people whose faces he saw once.
What is a quote that shows how the photographer no longer feels a sense of belonging with the people of England?
“Impassively” shows that he no longer feels anything when looking at the countryside and he doesn’t identify with the people there.
What is a quote that shows that the photographer feels conflicted about his job?
“Sought approval” shows that he feels that he should get people’s permission to take photos of them in their worst moments, but can’t, and still doesn’t know if the good he is doing by spreading news about the conflict counteracts the guilt he feels.
