Days in London -- An Experience of a Chinese Photographer

Author: Du Yingnan
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2000-05-01
Features: This book recounts the experiences of a Chinese photographer in London. The book is richly illustrated, with clear language, engaging content, and compelling stories. It is highly targeted and easy to read, making it worth a look. "In this book, I share with you the real-life experiences of an ordinary person. I strive to show the readers all aspects of my life in London, the good and the bad, the good deeds and the bad." At the time, Du Yingnan, who couldn’t speak a word of English and called herself a "spiritual refugee," stepped into a completely unfamiliar world—London—in May 1994 and began documenting life there with a camera. The photos include records of her life, such as her friends, her "punk" landlord, and the owner of the restaurant where she worked, among others. More prominently featured are the gloomy and lonely nightscapes of London and the restless young British people in a state of unrest. The direct shooting style and the strong monochrome tones vividly convey her feelings for London, with photography becoming a means of "continuous experience" for her during her three years in the city.