This autobiography investigates the intersection of professional artistic development and the personal moral compromises inherent in a life lived behind the camera lens. Lewis Morley, a prominent photographer known for his iconic portraits of the 1960s, utilizes his own career trajectory to examine the nature of truth and artifice in visual media. He presents a candid account of his experiences within the cultural shifts of the mid-twentieth century, arguing that the act of capturing an image is as much a performance as it is a documentation of reality.

The text provides a candid, insider perspective on the mid-century art world, characterized by a sharp, observational tone that reflects the author's professional background. It serves as a valuable primary source for those interested in the history of photography and the social dynamics of the 1960s creative class.