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The Vale of Kashmir Hardcover – October 17, 2008

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  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company; First edition (October 17, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0393065251
  • ISBN-13: 978-0393065251
  • Product Dimensions: 12 x 0.9 x 11.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe Beauty of Kashmir and its People
By sirsmr on November 19, 2008
Format: Hardcover
The person who said, "Once you pick it up, you can't put it down..." might have been enjoying John Isaac's book, The Vale of Kashmir. Of the thousands of available coffee-table travel books, I'd be surprised if any could compare with the beautiful images of this picturesque - but remote - part of the world as seen through the eyes of John Isaac.

According to the book's cover profile, Mr. Isaac spent most of his career as a photographer with the United Nations. He certainly has a way with people and his work shows him to be a compassionate and skilled photographer who, in this book uses his incredible talent to reflect ordinary people going about their daily lives in a culture that seems even more remote than the beautiful place in which they live.

I've never been to Kashmir yet I feel as if I have because John Isaac has captured the spirit of Kashmir in his photographs. Although all the images moved me, some of my favorite images are the daily pre-dawn flotilla meeting of produce vendors, the natural-light portrait of a father holding his newborn son, a student's-eye view of a small middle school, people at prayer and especially the dreamlike quality of a house engulfed by fog on an Island in the early morning. All of the images in this book make me feel like I'm viewing beautifully produced versions of personal photo-albums belonging to people I've actually met in a place that's vaguely familiar - in time long ago.

This is a book that's definitely worth owning - and buying as a gift for those who enjoy seeing the world in which we live and the diverse people who inhabit it.
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5.0 out of 5 starsA beautiful, sensitive homage to Kashmir
By S. Coleman on December 2, 2008
Format: Hardcover
Kashmir is one of the few places in the world where life has not changed a great deal since the middle ages. Photographer John Isaac made repeated, extended trips there over the course of a few years, and his genuine warmth for the people and landscape shine through in his luminous images. Rather than focusing on the political tensions that have recently brought violence to this disputed region, Isaac instead shows the beauty of the land and its kind, resilient people -- Muslims, Hindus, Sufis and Buddhists -- whose long history of tolerance and harmony is often forgotten.

A former U.N. photographer, Isaac has an intense curiosity about, and empathy for, the people he photographs. He investigates every aspect of life in Kashmir, from the floating gardens of Dal Lake to the annual saffron harvest. There are many stunning images here, but there are also quieter images of daily life in a place free of fast food joints, designer clothes and iPhones. We see fishermen rising early to cast their nets, craftsmen making richly-detailed rugs and shawls, and families preparing simple meals. It may be a cliche to say so, but the bottom line seems to be that these people are materially poor and spiritually rich.

In the book's introduction, Isaac says that whenever he told Kashmiris he was working on a book, they asked him not to focus on the problems between India and Pakistan, but instead to depict Kashmir's beauty. Isaac has more than fulfilled that mandate, and anyone who sees this lovely book will surely emerge with an ardent desire for peace, here and elsewhere.
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5.0 out of 5 starsBeautiful depiction of Kashmiri culture
By Theresa Michael on January 9, 2013
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I honestly don't get the couple negative reviews on this book. The photography is outstanding throughout the book and truly captures a very unique and beautiful society and culture. It was special for me to have this book as my husband is Kashmiri and due to religious and political reasons was forced to leave. He always spoke with great love for Kashmir and this book has been a blessing as it brings many of his words, descriptions and stories to life. I guess the thing to stress is this book is not only portraying the beauty of the land, but also the culture and day to day living - so the photos will reflect how they live and often they are poor and living a very simple life. As a side note, I was surprised to find that John Isaac, the author hails from South India!
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5.0 out of 5 starsJohn Isaac a photographic genius
By Barbara Schamberger on March 11, 2014
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It's hard finding books just on the beauty, people and places of Kashmir that are not drenched with violence or advocacy. John Isaac's photographic study, however, achieves a perfect balance of presenting reality in the vale but allowing the reader and viewer to draw his or her own conclusions. Well worth purchasing.
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5.0 out of 5 starsi like it
By Vitaly on October 12, 2013
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I read some negative review here on Amazon, but as for me, this book is one of best of photo-books I had ever seen.
So I just like it, that is all.

there are a lots of pictures and almost without text.

i regret that i bought only single copy because it is great thing to give as gift and also great book to keep for myself:)
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5.0 out of 5 starsWhat an open heart can show us
By passionate about books on December 19, 2008
Format: Hardcover
Among John Isaac's many, many gifts, perhaps the greatest one is that he sees the world through his very loving heart. Not only is he a fabulous story teller who can paint an experience vividly with words, but his stunning photographs make you stop and feel what he wants you to see.

I didn't want to put this book down; I wanted to savor it from cover to cover. Though many books clamor for a spot on the coffee table, this one gets the place of honor; in easy reach to study and enjoy.

A beautiful book and an important one; Kashmir must be returned to the world's attention in just this way.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 starsGreat book, great photographer

John Isaac knows the regions of India and Pakistan and knows photography. Colors in book are fantastic. John's composition are an inspiration.

Published on February 12, 2014 by P. Eleazer
3.0 out of 5 starsMemories of Home

This has a lot of pictures but it clearly does not truly represent the variety of natural beauty in Kashmir.

Published on December 30, 2013 by Abu Hisham
5.0 out of 5 starsIdeal for Your Coffee Table

The Vale is the part of the Kashmir region where China, India and Pakistan come together. The resulting confluence of ethnicity, culture and religion shows in the photos. Read more

Published on November 23, 2010 by Loves the View
3.0 out of 5 starsNot very interesting

The picture on the cover is actually one of the best in this book. The rest of the pictures are so very uninteresting. To be sent back to Amazon.

Published on December 3, 2009 by Beatrix Willius
5.0 out of 5 starsSoul of Kashmir Captured by John Isaac

This book is one of the true fine photography books published. The paper and inks used are far higher quality than those mass produced in China. Read more

Published on June 8, 2009 by Whispering Willow
5.0 out of 5 starsAmazing photos, book and photographer

I recently met John in Austin TX. What a treat! He explained how and why he created the book. One story that he told me was how he spent weeks getting to know people and was then... Read more

Published on June 7, 2009 by John E. Wallace
3.0 out of 5 starsA disappointment

I am a long-time collector of photography books, including photographer's monographs and books focusing on specific regions or people, and would probably rate myself as an... Read more

Published on February 11, 2009 by T. Finan
5.0 out of 5 starsThe Beauty of The Vale of Kashmir

The Vale of Kashmir by John Isaac is by far the finest book I've seen to date on the magical state of Kashmir. Read more

Published on January 23, 2009 by jlsullivan
5.0 out of 5 starsA treasure to keep, and to share

A fabulous book of photography that captures the pristine grandeur of this little-known land. The photographs depict the breathtaking, often dreamlike, landscape. Read more

Published on December 9, 2008 by Roadrunner

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