Mary Ellen Mark - INDIAN CIRCUS - 1993

Management Number: BOOK-260807-01

Title: Indian Circus
Photographer & Text: Mary Ellen Mark
Foreword: John Irving
Translation: Michiko Kasahara
Publisher: Takarajimasha, Inc.
Country of Publication: Japan
Publication Date: September 10, 1993
Edition: First Edition, First Printing
ISBN: 4-7966-0684-X
Language: Japanese (with English captions and bilingual text elements)
Binding: Softcover with original dust jacket
Pages: 107 pages
Dimensions: Approx. 292 x 262 mm

About the Book:
"Indian Circus" is a captivating documentary photographic series by renowned American photojournalist Mary Ellen Mark. Between 1989 and 1990, Mark traveled across India to document eighteen different circuses, capturing the lives, performances, and behind-the-scenes moments of the performers and their animals. The powerful tri-tone black-and-white portraits highlight the intricate relationship between human trainers and animals, revealing both the magic and the raw reality of circus life. This Japanese first edition was published by Takarajimasha in 1993, printed with high-quality tri-tone offset printing by Nissha Printing Co., Ltd., and includes a foreword by celebrated American novelist John Irving.

About the Photographer:
Mary Ellen Mark (1939–2015) was a highly acclaimed American documentary photographer and photojournalist. Known for her compassionate and vivid portraiture, her work frequently documented marginalized communities, street culture, and performing arts worldwide. Her photographs have been widely exhibited at major international museums and published in leading periodicals such as Life, Look, Vogue, and The New Yorker.

Condition:
Overall Condition: Very Good
Cover / Jacket: Minor rubbing and light shelf wear along the edges and corners. No major tears or stains.
Spine / Binding: Binding is firm and solid. Spine shows light edge wear.
Pages: Clean and crisp throughout, without writing, severe foxing, or highlight marks.
Extras / Note: A small bookstore sticker (dessin) is attached to the front endpaper. No obi included.

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