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Photography & Video - Our America: A Photographic History

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Book Synopsis: From one of our most treasured filmmakers, a pictorial history of America—a stunning and moving collection of some of Ken Burns’s favorite photographs, with an introduction by Burns, and an essay by longtime MoMA photography curator Sarah Hermanson Meister.

Burns has been making documentaries about American history for more than four decades, using images to vividly re-create our struggles and successes as a nation and a people. As much as anyone alive today, he understands the soul of our country. In Our America, Burns has assembled the images that, for him, best embody nearly two hundred years of the American experiment, taken by some of our most renowned photographers and by others who worked in obscurity. We see America’s vast natural beauty as well as its dynamic cities and communities. There are striking images of war and civil conflict, and of communities drawing together across lines of race and class. Our greatest leaders appear alongside regular folks living their everyday lives. The photos talk to one another across boundaries and decades and, taken together, they capture the impossibly rich and diverse perspectives and places that comprise the American experience.

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Step into the captivating story of America with Our America: A Photographic History Book. Immerse yourself in the stunning and moving collection of photographs carefully curated by acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns. With an introduction by Burns himself and an insightful essay by MoMA photography curator Sarah Hermanson Meister, this book takes you on a visual journey through over two centuries of American history.

As a master storyteller, Burns has spent decades crafting documentaries that bring American history to life. Now, he presents a compilation of some of the most powerful and cherished images that have stood the test of time. From scenic landscapes that showcase America's natural beauty to intimate snapshots of everyday people and extraordinary leaders, these photographs serve as windows into the soul of our nation.

What sets Our America apart is the marriage of renowned photographs from well-known artists to the hidden gems captured by those who remained under the radar. Witness the struggles and successes of a diverse nation through iconic visuals that transcend boundaries and time. Experience the unity born from communities rallying together, overcoming racial and social barriers. These images empower us to see the rich tapestry of perspectives and places that shape the American experience.

Our America is not just a book; it is an immersive journey through time, inviting you to discover the depths of the American story. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a photography lover, or someone seeking a deeper connection to the spirit of America, this book will captivate and inspire. Take the first step towards uncovering the layers of America's past and present by securing your copy of Our America today.

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