New York Unseen

New York Unseen is an illustrated book that captures the soul of New York City by focusing on intimate encounters with its residents, offering an unprecedented view of the most photographed city in the world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 28 March 2023
Publisher: teNeues Publishing UK Ltd

New York Unseen, much like its predecessor London Unseen, takes an authentic approach to exploring the character of a bustling world metropolis. It stands as the inaugural illustrated book dedicated to capturing the essence of the Big Apple, diverging from the conventional focus on tourist attractions like the Statue of Liberty and Central Park. Instead, photographer Luc Kordas delves into intimate encounters with the diverse inhabitants of the East Coast metropolis. Through predominantly black-and-white images taken in the city's streets, backyards, apartments, and trains, Kordas manages to convey a profound sense of the city's soul. These images, embedded within their natural habitats, often surpass the impact of a thousand images of the Empire State Building in conveying the true essence of New York. The result is a captivating photographic smorgasbord that showcases a wide range of looks, gestures, and situations, effectively capturing the very heart and soul of this iconic city. By presenting New York from both its edges and its innermost, Kordas offers an unprecedented perspective on what is undoubtedly one of the most photographed cities in the world. This captivating visual journey invites readers to explore the city's diverse tapestry and discover its hidden treasures in a fresh and immersive manner.

Weight: 1014g
Dimension: 223 x 226 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783961714537