THE PEOPLE by KISHIN is an official large-format exhibition catalogue and photobook by renowned Japanese photographer Kishin Shinoyama (篠山紀信, 1940–2024). Published in connection with the major travelling exhibition THE PEOPLE by KISHIN, the book brings together more than 130 photographs selected from approximately five decades of Shinoyama's career. The photographs focus on the theme of “people” and include portraits of many major figures who defined their respective eras, as well as documentary images reflecting modern Japanese history. The publication is an extensive overview of Shinoyama's distinctive approach to portraiture and photography. This copy is personally signed by Kishin Shinoyama on the opening page. The colophon records: First edition: June 30, 2012 This copy: Third printing, July 8, 2014 Photography: Kishin Shinoyama Publisher: The Yomiuri Shimbun Distributor: PIE International Printed and bound in Japan ISBN: 978-4-7562-4290-7 The book contains Japanese and English text. Condition The book is in very good condition. The glossy cover retains a clean appearance with only minor signs of handling and age. The interior pages remain clean, with no significant folds, heavy staining, foxing or noticeable discolouration visible. The large handwritten signature is clearly present on the opening page. Please carefully review the photographs for the exact condition. Specifications Title: THE PEOPLE by KISHIN / 篠山紀信 写真力 Photographer: Kishin Shinoyama (篠山紀信) Year of this copy: 2014 Original publication: 2012 Edition: Third printing Format: Exhibition catalogue / Photobook Binding: Softcover Pages: 208 Size: approx. 29.7 × 22.5 cm Language: Japanese / English Publisher: The Yomiuri Shimbun Distributor: PIE International ISBN: 978-4-7562-4290-7 Signed: Yes – hand-signed by Kishin Shinoyama Country: Japan Shipping The item will normally be shipped by FedEx or DHL. Depending on the destination and the item, Japan Post EMS may also be used. Customs duties, import taxes and any other charges imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer. AI image notice Some images are AI visualisations created from photographs of the actual object and are included for display illustration purposes only. Please refer to the original photographs and listed dimensions for the exact condition, colour, details and size of the object.