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Product Identifiers
PublisherCounterpoint Press
ISBN-100871564300
ISBN-139780871564306
eBay Product ID (ePID)977749
Product Key Features
Book TitleMaterial World : a Global Family Portrait
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicEthnic Studies / General, Sociology / General, Development / Economic Development, General, Customs & Traditions
Publication Year1995
IllustratorYes
GenreFamily & Relationships, Social Science, Business & Economics
AuthorPeter Menzel
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight39.1 Oz
Item Length12 in
Item Width9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN94-008588
Dewey Edition20
Reviews"Material culture, laid bare in this way, is surprisingly intimate--and whets a persons appetite to see the world." -- The Atlantic "Striking." -- San Francisco Chronicle "This remarkable book vividly presents its own cross section of families today, with the energy and intimacy of a work of art for our times . . . This is a record of striking value. No time traveler could bring back a more valuable resource." -- Scientific America
Dewey Decimal306.85
SynopsisIn an unprecedented effort, sixteen of the world s foremost photographers traveled to thirty nations around the globe to live for a week with families that were statistically average for that nation. At the end of each visit, photographer and family collaborated on a remarkable portrait of the family members outside their home, surrounded by all of their possessionsa few jars and jugs for some, an explosion of electronic gadgetry for others. Vividly portraying the look and feel of the human condition everywhere on Earth, this internationally acclaimed bestseller puts a human face on the issues of population, environment, social justice, and consumption as it illuminates the crucial question facing our species today: Can all six billion of us have all the things we want?", In an unprecedented effort, sixteen of the world's foremost photographers traveled to thirty nations around the globe to live for a week with families that were statistically average for that nation. At the end of each visit, photographer and family collaborated on a remarkable portrait of the family members outside their home, surrounded by all of their possessions-a few jars and jugs for some, an explosion of electronic gadgetry for others. Vividly portraying the look and feel of the human condition everywhere on Earth, this internationally acclaimed bestseller puts a human face on the issues of population, environment, social justice, and consumption as it illuminates the crucial question facing our species today: Can all six billion of us have all the things we want?, In an unprecedented effort, sixteen of the world's foremost photographers traveled to thirty nations around the globe to live for a week with families that were statistically average for that nation. At the end of each visit, photographer and family collaborated on a remarkable portrait of the family members outside their home, surrounded by all of their possessions--a few jars and jugs for some, an explosion of electronic gadgetry for others. Vividly portraying the look and feel of the human condition everywhere on Earth, this internationally acclaimed bestseller puts a human face on the issues of population, environment, social justice, and consumption as it illuminates the crucial question facing our species today: Can all six billion of us have all the things we want?, Called "Fascinating! An incredible book" by Oprah Winfrey, this beloved photography collection vividly portrays the look and feel of the human condition everywhere on Earth. In an unprecedented effort, sixteen of the world's foremost photographers traveled to thirty nations around the globe to live for a week with families that were statistically average for that nation. At the end of each visit, photographer and family collaborated on a remarkable portrait of the family members outside their home, surrounded by all of their possessions; a few jars and jugs for some, an explosion of electronic gadgetry for others. This internationally acclaimed bestseller puts a human face on the issues of population, environment, social justice, and consumption as it illuminates the crucial question facing our species today: Can all six billion of us have all the things we want?
LC Classification NumberGN406.M45 1994
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- 01. Mai. 2025
Fabulous book to help children see beyon...
Fabulous book to help children see beyond their own world. Fantastic for home schooling cultural studies. Book condition was good (somewhat worn but no torn pages).Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 23. Dez. 2018
Great photography and stories, good size
Great photo book that takes you on a mini trip around the world. Great photos and stories. I got this book for drawing reference and inspiration, however, it is recommendable to anyone who wants to live and learn a little more through the experiences of others!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 19. Jan. 2021
Required reading.
A great tool to learn about the contrasts and similarities of cultures around the world. A portrait of people and their “stuff.”Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 27. Mai. 2020
Pictures worth more the millions of words
It’s a book to have at your coffee table all the time. Very informative of different realities around the world.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 03. Jun. 2025
An older book, but the quality was good ...
An older book, but the quality was good enough for the school purposes for which it will be used.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 15. Okt. 2019
Excellent portrayal of world peoples
Excellent, quick portrayal of the differences in how people live - what they eat, what they wear, what they own... Really puts things in perspective.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 14. Apr. 2020
great
The book is great.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 23. Mai. 2017
Great social studies book!
Great book for a visual view of different cultures,Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 05. Jun. 2024
Thank you for the book.
Thank you for the book.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 13. Apr. 2016
Great Book!
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