Human Playground: Why We Play

Human Playground is a book by Belgian photographer Hannelore Vandenbussche that explores the world of sports, passion, athletic competition, transition, and emancipation. It features athletes from indigenous cultures and Western cultures, capturing how old traditions are kept alive and new ones are carved out.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2022
Publisher: teNeues Publishing UK Ltd

“Human Playground” is a captivating exploration of the world of sports,passion,athletic competition,transition,and emancipation. Belgian photographer Hannelore Vandenbussche embarked on a remarkable journey to explore this captivating subject,travelling to numerous countries to immerse herself in the diverse world of sports. Vandenbussche's photographs capture the essence of athletes from both indigenous cultures in remote parts of the globe and from familiar,Western cultures. Through her lens,we witness athletes engaging in age-old traditions,carving out new territories,performing rituals,and celebrating with boisterous parties centered around their games.

The athletes portrayed in “Human Playground” represent a diverse range of sports,spanning from Mongolia and Madagascar to Dubai and Vanuatu. Vandenbussche's photographs showcase the unique qualities and characteristics of each sport,capturing the athleticism, dedication, and cultural significance of the athletes involved.

One of the striking features of “Human Playground” is its dedication to presenting the subject in an entirely new way. Vandenbussche's photographs transcend the traditional boundaries of sports photography,evoking a deeper understanding and appreciation of the athletes and their cultures. The book encourages readers to explore the world of sports from a fresh perspective, challenging preconceived notions and broadening our understanding of what it means to be human.

“Human Playground” is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the world of sports,passion,athletic competition,transition,and emancipation. Through the extraordinary photographs of Hannelore Vandenbussche,we are invited to witness the incredible diversity and richness of the human experience,and to celebrate the universal power of play to connect, inspire, and transform us.

Weight: 2374g
Dimension: 320 x 250 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783961713776