Home. Life: A Moment of the 21st Century

Author: Zhuang Jian (Editor)
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: This book is a collection of winning works in world news photography, a Pulitzer Prize-winning work in American journalism, and outstanding works from major international news photo agencies. After years of evolution, humans have become the undisputed rulers of the world today. But are we truly strong? Looking at the children who grow up amidst war and those who struggle for survival, we begin to question the meaning of life. Despite this, as children grow older, they must learn to endure and tolerate. Thus, religion is born, offering us temporary solace as we forget life's hardships. However, there are some things we can never escape, such as the ultimate fate of life—death. It is precisely because of death that the vivid stories and legends of life become even more precious. Growth, survival, faith, and death are all indispensable parts of the journey of life. Yet, people around the world pay a staggering price for their livelihood. Dozens of globally renowned photographers capture unimaginable moments, presenting over a hundred heart-stirring images that showcase vastly different lives, accompanied by insightful captions that strike at the heart. This forces us to re-examine the world we inhabit and reconsider what we once thought was right or wrong. What this book offers you is far more than just a visual experience.