A landmark work of American photojournalism “renowned for its fusion of social conscience and artistic radicality†(New York Times) In the summer of 1936; James Agee and Walker Evans set out on assignment for Fortune magazine to explore the daily lives of sharecroppers in the South. Their journey would prove an extraordinary collaboration and a watershed literary event when; in 1941; Let Us Now Praise Famous Men was first published to enormous critical acclaim. This unsparing record of place; of the people who shaped the land and the rhythm of their lives; is intensely moving and unrelentingly honest; and today—recognized by the New York Public Library as one of the most influential books of the twentieth century—it stands as a poetic tract of its time. With an elegant new design as well as a sixty-four-page photographic prologue featuring archival reproductions of Evans's classic images; this historic edition offers readers a window into a remarkable slice of American history.
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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Is not religion/spirituality after all.By Buddhist MonkSome good information; but a lot of accusations without a single proof. Mere rumors or gossip. It is disappointing. For me; the confrontation between Geshe Kelsang and Dalai Lama XIV is far beyond a religious problem; but instead a matter of power and money. I read two books from the Dalai Lama XIV supporters and it is almost the same. Not enough truth come along from both sides. Well; when religion or spirituality is mixed with politics and money; religion/spirituality always lose. We all know this; but they continue to do the same year after year. In the middle of it; where is The Buddha; where is Buddhism; where is Enlightenment? Furthermore; the method to search for reincarnated lamas was totally destroyed during s.XX; is of no use any longer. For the last 50 years most of the selection of the important reincarnated lamas are mere political facts. It is a pity to see this!0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy CustomerAll the expectations met - no complain.0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Quite enlighteniingBy Michael DefeverSurprising material. Gives real insight into the political side of Tibetan Buddhism. History that you don't get from Hollywood and the popular media. I would say it's a must read for anyone involved with Tibetan Buddhism. I have re-read it a number of times.
