Firecrackers: Female Photographers Now author-xavier-barral-i-altet The striking accoutrements of shamanism

The striking accoutrements of shamanism give us a rare window into the deep past of humanity and an insight into one of the world's oldest religions

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Firecrackers: Female Photographers Now author-xavier-barral-i-altet The striking accoutrements of shamanismThe photographic industry its exhibitions, galleries, publications and auctions employs thousands of women, but champions mostly men. To begin to redress the balance, here is a timely presentation of the work of over 30 female photographers working today. This book is predominantly a celebration of some of the most inquisitive, intelligent and daring photography being created now. The stories the photographers tell are the most pressing social,