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Enduring Spirit

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This book is a haunting collection of beautiful photos that are inspiring and provocative. We have been focusing on saving the environment and the animals for so long that we forget that there are entire cultures of human beings being removed from our planet. Borges has captured this in a manner that is not depressing, but inspiring and a tribute to the human spirit.

Borges' work is stunning to behold, but if you can't make it to a gallery showing of his work, this nicely laid out book is the next best thing. His original technique of selective sepia toning, applied only to the flesh, beautifully complements his compositional style of pulling his subjects clearly out in front of their surroundings. The final effect is to concentrate the viewer's attention onto the person as an individual -- the often-exotic setting provides context and a deeper understanding, but does not distract. The dignity of Borges' subjects shines through, and the fact that this work is connected with Amnesty International is an added bonus.

I have not seen the book, but rather gone to a art show that has the same pictures as the book. It is a wonderful exploration of people we may never get to meet unless through Phil's work. A beautiful set of artwork and stories on the people he has captured through the lens. I love his work. He has a fan in me!

I picked this up after seeing an exhibit of Borges work at a gallery in San Diego. The images in this book capture the essence of his work in that they express the dignity of people in various cultural and geographic settings simply and beautifully . Wonderful Book to return to again and again. Very uplifting.

I GOT THIS FOR MY DAUGHTER FOR CHRISTMAS, AND SHE LOVED IT. SO DO I. THE PHOTOGRAPHS ARE STRIKING AND FEEL LIKE ENCOUNTERS. I ESPECIALLY LOVE THE COVER SHOT, BUT ITS A GOOD INDICATION OF WHAT'S INSIDE. THE PHOTOS SHOW THE FIGURES IN COLOR AND THE BACKGROUNDS BLACK AND WHITE. IT'S A WONDERFUL EFFECT. THIS WOULD MAKE A GREAT GIFT.

This is a lovely book with amazing images. I shared it with several friends and they all enjoyed it. The author/photographer has a wonderful eye for portraying the human condition.

Phil Borges is an amazing photographer, and his portraits are compelling, exquisite, and really capture the strength and beauty of the people he is photographing. He genuinely has a connection to humanity, which is why his subjects trust him.
Definitely recommend the book (any of his books, really!).

Amazing images. I actually bought two copies, one as a gift and one for myself. I enjoyed the fact that he gave the ages of his models as well as their locations. Excellent for any coffee table.