Thursday Confession: books

This week I splurged on books. Yes, I do think that books are an indulgent pleasure that require both my attention and time. Since my birthday is around the corner, I wanted to get myself something. Photo Eye is the THE BEST spot to browse online and in their shop if you happen to be in Santa Fe.
My two books are
Roy Flukinger's book on Arnold Newman. I love the combination of photographic process and Newman's knowingness of those whom he photographed.

and
Down Country-the Tano of the Galisteo Basin.
Why? I used to live near here. Ed Ranney's photographs are not given justice in this printing. His actual prints are feet stoppers. Lucy Lippard, do I need to say more?

When is the last time you sat down with a book and turned the pages?