Henri Cartier-Bresson: The Modern Century is a monumental retrospective published by MoMA to mark the first major exhibition since the photographer’s death. Peter Galassi offers a revolutionary re-evaluation of Cartier-Bresson’s legacy, moving beyond the “decisive moment” to examine his role as a professional photojournalist who documented the 20th century with unparalleled geographic and historical scope. The volume features 300 major plates and hundreds of additional illustrations, covering his travels through Asia, the Soviet Union, and the Americas, as well as his iconic portraits and surrealist beginnings. It is an essential scholarly and visual record of a man who defined modern photography.