Hi All,
Picked up a few recent works as follows:
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1. Gordon Parks, Collected Works...
This is large 5 volume Steidl Press edition -- collectible quality hardback with exhibit quality paper & printing (similar in presentation to other Steidl multi volume slip cased collections) -- over a 1000 pages collectively and weighing over 15 lbs! A bit pricey yes, but overall, complete & encompassing coverage of arguable the greatest African American photographer of the 20th century.
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2. Nostalgia: The Russian Empire of Czar Nicholas II Captured in Colored
Photographs by Sergei Mikhailovich Prokudin-Gorskii
This one came as a surprise to me, as I didn't know what to expect exactly -- just immensely fascinating to witness the beginnings of color photography develop from Russia. Sergei Mikhailovich Prokudin-Gorskii began his journey to capture all of Russia in color images on behalf of the czar, and the content presented is breath taking. You can read more on this title via the Amazon description, but take my word, just a visual treat for the eyes. Highly, highly recommended.
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3. War/Photography: Images of Armed Conflict and Its Aftermath (Museum of Fine Arts, Houston)
Another winner here -- superb presentation of some of the most acclimated, awarded, and ultimately moving war photos in human history. You've likely already have seen many of the photos presented here in previous documentations published on war photography before, but the overall scope, quality printing, paper, and binding make this a personal favorite. If war photography has a draw to you, please check this one out!
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4. The Centre Cannot Hold, David Gulden
Excellent black & white photos of African animals taken in their natural habitat -- some truly excellent & inspiring work here. If you're a fan of Nick Brandt, Peter Beard, etc, I can recommend this piece. If you love Africa, and enjoy the wildlife there, I can only say, go get it...you will not be disappointed.