'Photographs and Words'
On Thursday, 15 September, the British Library celebrated the publication of its latest title: Photographs and Words. The book is a collaboration of works by photographer, Michael Katakis, and anthropologist, Dr Kris Hardin, who have captured some poignant moments of history from all over the world, including China and Africa.
British Library Curator of Photographs John Falconer writes in the foreword, “In an era when the boundaries and meaning of photographic truth become increasingly confused, Michael Katakis' works retains a refreshing and moving commitment to the values of 'straight' photography, for which the central requirements have always been an inquisitive eye and an open spirit."
We were delighted that Michael could travel from the States to join us for the launch. Both he and Kris are British Library Patrons and have generously given their archives to the Library. We are grateful for their support and we are delighted to be working with them in what we hope will be a long and fruitful relationship.
From 11 October to 20 November you can view Michael’s photographs in the Library’s Folio Society Gallery.
Photo above: Women husking rice, Sierre Leone
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