Beginning in 1936, the photographers of LIFE magazine traveled the globe to record in pictures every aspect of the human condition. This book is a testament to their talent, creativity, and courage. The best work of every LIFE staff photographer, as well as that of a handful of otheres closely affiliated with the magazine, is on display here: Alfred Eisenstaedt, Margaret Bourke-White, Robert Capa, Gordon Parks, Philippe Halsman, W. Eugene Smith, Haryy Benson - in all, 99 of the greatest photographers the world has ever known.