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OverviewKEYNOTE: The most recent publication from the award-winning photographer Pieter Hugo reveals the devastating consequences of toxic waste on one community in Africa. In his previous well–received volumes of photographs, Hugo offers unflinching yet striking portraits of humans, animals, societies, and landscapes that shock and disturb, but also demand our attention. In Permanent Error, he documents a garbage dump in Ghana that has become the repository for discarded computers from around the world. These haunting images document the true cost of a misguided policy-the shipping of millions of tons of obsolete computers to developing countries. The computers are burned to extract valuable metals, effectively turning the site into a toxic wasteland that contaminates air, soil, and groundwater for miles around. These amazing portraits tell a story of a marginal community overwhelmed by poverty, but where human strength and resilience shine through the inhuman conditions Hugo lays bare. AUTHOR: Pieter Hugo's previous books include The Hyena & Other Men and Nollywood (both by Prestel). He lives in Cape Town, South Africa. ILLUSTRATIONS: 60 colour illustrations * Full Product DetailsAuthor: Pieter Hugo , Federica Angelucci , Jim PuckettPublisher: Prestel Imprint: Prestel Dimensions: Width: 24.90cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 29.70cm Weight: 1.004kg ISBN: 9783791345208ISBN 10: 3791345206 Pages: 112 Publication Date: 16 February 2011 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationPIETER HUGO's previous books include The Hyena & Other Men and Nollywood (both by Prestel). He lives in Cape Town, South Africa. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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