Josef Koudelka - Invasion Prague 68 - 2011
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Invasion Prague 68 by Josef Koudelka is a 295-page softback photography book on the 1968 Soviet invasion, published by Heibonsha in 2011 in Japanese.
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Invasion Prague 68 is a powerful photographic book by Czech photographer Josef Koudelka, documenting the Soviet-led invasion of Czechoslovakia in August 1968. At the time, Koudelka was not a war photographer, but he found himself in Prague when Warsaw Pact troops entered the city, bringing an end to the period of political liberalization known as the Prague Spring.
Through a series of striking black-and-white photographs, the book captures the tension, fear, and resistance of ordinary citizens confronting invading soldiers and tanks in the streets. These images, secretly smuggled out of the country and later published anonymously, became some of the most iconic visual records of the event.
The book includes nearly 250 photographs selected by Koudelka, often accompanied by contemporary texts such as press reports and propaganda excerpts. Together, they provide both a historical document and an emotional testimony of a dramatic moment in European history.
More than just a photo album, Invasion Prague 68 stands as a tribute to the courage of the Czech people and highlights the importance of photography in bearing witness to political oppression and human resilience.
Seller's Story
The Echo 119 gallery, (formerly Galerie & co119) was founded in 2016. Specializing in photography, the gallery presents the work of recognized artists such as that of emerging photographers, from all countries. Particular emphasis is however placed on Japanese artists.
The Echo 119 gallery also offers a wide selection of photo books, from the latest releases to rare editions.
Translated by Google TranslateInvasion Prague 68 is a powerful photographic book by Czech photographer Josef Koudelka, documenting the Soviet-led invasion of Czechoslovakia in August 1968. At the time, Koudelka was not a war photographer, but he found himself in Prague when Warsaw Pact troops entered the city, bringing an end to the period of political liberalization known as the Prague Spring.
Through a series of striking black-and-white photographs, the book captures the tension, fear, and resistance of ordinary citizens confronting invading soldiers and tanks in the streets. These images, secretly smuggled out of the country and later published anonymously, became some of the most iconic visual records of the event.
The book includes nearly 250 photographs selected by Koudelka, often accompanied by contemporary texts such as press reports and propaganda excerpts. Together, they provide both a historical document and an emotional testimony of a dramatic moment in European history.
More than just a photo album, Invasion Prague 68 stands as a tribute to the courage of the Czech people and highlights the importance of photography in bearing witness to political oppression and human resilience.
Seller's Story
The Echo 119 gallery, (formerly Galerie & co119) was founded in 2016. Specializing in photography, the gallery presents the work of recognized artists such as that of emerging photographers, from all countries. Particular emphasis is however placed on Japanese artists.
The Echo 119 gallery also offers a wide selection of photo books, from the latest releases to rare editions.
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Number of books
1
Subject
Photography, War history
Book title
Invasion Prague 68
Author/ Illustrator
Josef Koudelka
Condition
As new
Publication year oldest item
2011
Height
32 cm
Edition
Multiple Books / Editions
Width
29.5 cm
Language
Japanese
Original language
No
Publisher
Heibonsha
Binding/ Material
Softback
Number of pages
295
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