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The People of Moscow

€40.00
163 pages including 163 b/w images in photogravure. Original "linen" hardback binding.
The People of Moscow is a photographic work by renowned French photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson, published in 1955 by Simon and Schuster. The book features a collection of approximately 163 gravures (photographs) taken during one of the author's trips to Russia. It provides a visual narrative of Soviet life, capturing portraits of ordinary citizens, street scenes, cultural landmarks, and the general atmosphere of Moscow in the mid-20th century. The work is noted for its documentary style, showcasing human behavior and social customs through Cartier-Bresson's characteristic 'decisive moment' approach.

Bibliographic Details

Author Henri Cartier-Bresson
Publisher Simon and Schuste
Place of publication New York
Year 1955
Edition First edition
Binding Hardcover
Language English
Dimensions 28x22
Collation 163 pp.
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