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Book Review: “Gli Isolani” by Alys Tomlinson

Gli Isolani is not your typical photobook. It is a breathtaking work of art that captures the essence of a remote community and its culture. Alys Tomlinson's images are a testament to her mastery of black and white photography and her ability to capture the heart of a place. With each photograph, she reveals a deeper layer of meaning, inviting us to ponder the relationship between man and the environment, the sacred and the profane, and good and evil.

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Book Review: “All That Glitters” by Joel Carter

Step into the world of the gold industry in Kolkata, as seen through the lens of photographer Joel Carter. In his latest photo book, "All that Glitters", Carter takes us on a journey through the lives of those who make their livelihood in this bustling, yet complex world. Discover the struggles, triumphs, and even the scandals that make up this industry, all captured in monochromatic film images.

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Book Review: “Broken Shadow” by Øyvind Hjelmen

Norwegian photographer Øyvind Hjelmen is known for his dreamy, fuzzy, and softly surreal photographs, and has published several monographs, including his latest, titled "Broken Shadow." He is recognized for his unique approach to capturing enigmatic moments that lie on the fringes of reality, and through his work, aims to inspire and trigger the imagination of the viewer.

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Book Review: “Landfill” by Brett Kallusky

“Landfill” tells the story of the massive amounts of agricultural and industrial waste in one Central California valley with deep roots to the Indigenous and Spanish past. It is a meaningful addition to how we understand our way of life in this current moment in the larger climate crisis.

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Book Review: “After Beauty” by Maura Sullivan

In a book review about more of what was felt than what was seen in Maura Sullivan’s latest monograph, “After Beauty,” we dive in to experience the mysterious world of her photographic archive that showcase photographs born of deep-seated memories that invoke our drive to seek sincere connections.

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Book Review: “O.N. Pruitt’s Possum Town: Photographing Trouble and Resilience in the American South”

“O.N. Pruitt’s Possum Town,” presents a panorama of Southern life captured by Mississippi photographer Pruitt (1891-1967), and adds thoughtful essays about the lives and places pictured. Published by the University of North Carolina Press, this book is 272 pages of both history and stunning photography.

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