Learning to See: A Novel of Dorothea Lange, the Woman Who Revealed the Real America

In "Learning to See: A Novel of Dorothea Lange, the Woman Who Revealed the Real America," released on January 22, 2019, discover the life of trailblazing photographer Dorothea Lange, revered for her poignant snapshots that capture America's most defining moments. A journey beginning in 1918, when a young Lange moves to San Francisco, the narrative chronicles her transformation from a portrait studio owner to a fervent photographer of the economic and social crises of the Great Depression and World War II. As Lange documents the harrowing plight of the poor and the unjust incarceration of Japanese Americans, her compelling images challenge the societal norms of gender, economic, racial, and immigrant rights. Ideal for college students, this novel not only delves into Lange’s professional achievements but also explores the personal sacrifices she made to illuminate the truths of her turbulent times. This narrative prompts readers to reflect on how one individual's lens can expose and alleviate injustices, urging us to consider what realities we might reveal through our own endeavors for social change.