When the author and his wife traveled to Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia to visit and learn about the ethnic settlements in the mountain highlands and river deltas, no book was intended. They sought only to meet people and explore their environs. What transpired instead was an eye-opening experience about human adaptability, the incredible contrasts between rural and city life still present in this 21st century, a reflection on life's values. They returned with more than 10,000 photographs and a lot to ponder. Contrasts 21c is a ...
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When the author and his wife traveled to Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia to visit and learn about the ethnic settlements in the mountain highlands and river deltas, no book was intended. They sought only to meet people and explore their environs. What transpired instead was an eye-opening experience about human adaptability, the incredible contrasts between rural and city life still present in this 21st century, a reflection on life's values. They returned with more than 10,000 photographs and a lot to ponder. Contrasts 21c is a photo essay about people and places in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia that hopes to bring attention to the cultural diversity of this region and its challenges. The warmth of the people they met, their adaptability and spirit are what inspired this book. The mountainous terrains, lowlands and banks of the Mekong and Red rivers--lands of stunning beauty--are home to a rich diversity of cultures, an admixture of ancient tradition and present-day reality. From linear villages lining roadsides and shorelines, to small hamlets and large cities, this is a story best experienced by exploration, best told through its images--the people--their faces, their eyes and often their smiles; and these most incredible places. 234 pages of the author's select photographs interspersed with text and maps tell this story of 21st century contrasts, the cultural diversity of this region, and its challenges. Bill Caplan has been photographing people and places on five continents for over 40 years. His sensitivity to people, the human condition, and the built and natural environments brings the viewer into the scene.
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Like New. Size: 10x9x0; Presumed first ed.; 241 p., clean and unmarked; fabulous photos; binding tight; sturdy glossy "library binding" boards have no discernible wear.
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New. 1911451049. Color Illustrations; 10.2 X 9.3 X 0.8 inches; 241 pages; Hard cover is glazed boards. Black spine with magenta lettering. 'When the author and his wife traveled to Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia to visit and learn about the ethnic settlements in the mountain highlands and river deltas, no book was intended. They sought only to meet people and explore their environs. What transpired instead was an eye-opening experience about human adaptability, the incredible contrasts between rural and city life still present in this 21st century, a reflection on life's values. They returned with more than 10, 000 photographs and a lot to ponder. Contrasts 21c is a photo essay about people and places in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia that hopes to bring attention to the cultural diversity of this region and its challenges. The warmth of the people they met, their adaptability and spirit are what inspired this book. The mountainous terrains, lowlands and banks of the Mekong and Red rivers-lands of stunning beauty-are home to a rich diversity of cultures, an admixture of ancient tradition and present-day reality. From linear villages lining roadsides and shorelines, to small hamlets and large cities, this is a story best experienced by exploration, best told through its images-the people-their faces, their eyes and often their smiles; and these most incredible places. 234 pages of the author's select photographs interspersed with text and maps tell this story of 21st-century contrasts, the cultural diversity of this region, and its challenges'.
Add this copy of Contrasts 21c: People & Places-Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia to cart. $39.73, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2018 by Green Frigate Books.
Add this copy of Contrasts 21c: People & Places-Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia to cart. $70.19, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2018 by Green Frigate Books.
