For the novice that I am, this book is just perfect to understand the photo !! the explanations are very simple, always accompanied by multiple examples, it is very complete and soon became essential for me trying to do either "simple" family photos or vacation souvenir photo, but now I stick to originality, aesthetics ... this book has given me even more passion for this art, new to me !! Whether one has a compact camera or a sophisticated SLR, all boards are suitable, and at each ... I think my book will long reference and bedside (I read or reread a double page each evening, as each topic is treated by double page handy !!) ... Too bad its format prevents me from having to "the field" ... !!