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“The pictures do not ask you to help these people, but something much more difficult; to be briefly, intensely aware of their existence, an existence as real and significant as your own.”

Quote by Danny Lyon

Book:Memories of myself: essays

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Memories of myself: essays

This book is a compilation of reflective pieces that delve into the author's personal journey, offering insights into their life events and philosophical musings. more

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Danny Lyon is a renowned American photographer, born on March 16, 1942. His work is known for its social documentary and street photography, particularly for his photographic coverage of the Civil Rights Movement and the anti-war movement. more

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