{"product_id":"peter-schlesinger-8-days-in-yemen-1976","title":"Peter Schlesinger: 8 Days in Yemen 1976","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ePeter Schlesinger and Eric Boman visited Yemen in 1976, documenting an ancient civilization with its unique architecture and culture before it was destroyed by political strife and civil war. Schlesinger's photographs capture a moment in Yemen's history. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 164 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 08 April 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Damiani\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1976, Peter Schlesinger embarked on a remarkable journey to the Republic of Yemen, accompanied by his partner, the talented photographer Eric Boman, who was on assignment for a French fashion magazine. The country had been closed to foreigners for many years, lost in the obscurity of time. During his visit, Schlesinger seized the opportunity to capture hundreds of photographs, preserving the essence of an ancient civilization with its unique architectural marvels and rich cultural heritage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever, tragically, much of the country has been ravaged by the relentless grip of political strife and civil war, leaving a poignant mark on its history. Schlesingers photographs, however, stand as a testament to a moment in Yemen's history when the influence of its past still found expression in the extraordinary imagination of the skilled Yemeni craftspeople.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"8 Days in Yemen 1976\" offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing a window into a time when the country's beauty and cultural richness were still vibrant. Through Schlesinger's lens, we are transported back to a period when the extraordinary creativity of Yemeni artisans shone brightly, showcasing their remarkable skills and craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating documentary serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage and the invaluable contributions of individuals like Peter Schlesinger and Eric Boman in capturing and documenting the essence of a bygone era. It is a testament to the resilience and creativity of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1156g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 231 x 308 x 21 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9788862087209                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peter Schlesinger","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44105308831994,"sku":"9788862087209","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/ea82fd98cdc6e110e5fb091d5f6da194.jpg?v=1621213913","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/peter-schlesinger-8-days-in-yemen-1976","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}