Dogon: People of the Cliffs (Imago Mundi series, VIII)

Milan, Italy: 5 Continents Editions, 2004. Hardcover. Black cloth boards, black dust jacket with bw illustration, 74 pp., bw photgraphic illustrations throughout. NF. Item #129212
ISBN: 8874390556

From the dj: The author's photos reflect a culture still intact, while their intimate and direct power emphasizes the quality of her friendly, sympathetic view. Her first encounter with the Dogon people captivated her instantly and led her to return to the cliff of Bandiagara in order to experience life with a family from Yendouma Ato as well as with more families in several nearby villages. She later visited the Dogon people every six months, following the "rhythm of the seasons", to enjoy experiences that proved disconcerting yet exciting, fascinating and, with time, more and more agreeable. As their guest, she records gestures and attitudes, observes objects and customs, scrutinizes bodies, faces, and probes expressions as they openly convey their noble simplicity. Appreciative of the warm welcome she received, Agnes Pataux reciprocated with deep respect and empathy enabling us to enjoy unimpeded access to the world she was able to discover.

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