Conversation so far:
Was Edward Weston a writer or were things written about him?
Edward Weston was a prolific writer.
What did Edward Weston write about?
Edward Weston wrote dozens of articles and commentaries, and he hand-wrote or typed at least 5,000 letters to colleagues, friends, lovers, his wives and his children.
Was Edward Weston a published writer?
Edward Weston's Daybooks were published in two volumes totaling more than 500 pages in the first edition.
Did Edward Weston ever write any books?
Edward Weston's Daybooks were published in two volumes totaling more than 500 pages in the first edition.

Question: Were his Daybooks successful?
Self-contained rewrite: Were Edward Weston's Daybooks successful?