Where Masks Still Dance: New Guinea.
Boston. Bulfinch. 1996. Stock ID #176994 "A stunning photographic expedition that captures the distinctive cultures of these indigenous peoples in page after page of hauntingly beautiful black and white images. In short essays throughout the book, Rainer recounts the adventures behind the photographs - from trekking through leech-infested jungles to witnessing a ritualistic tribal war "rehearsal" - and notes the often disasterous influence of modern technology and values on the way of life of these simple, natural people." Publisher's description. When referring to this item please quote stockid 176994.
Essay by Meg Taylor, Forest Stories by Chris Rainer. Profusely illustrated with striking black and white photographic plates, many full page, 132pp, a prior owner's name front free endpaper, large square hardback in creased and little chipped dustjacket. 31 x 31cm. Inscription by Chris Rainer titlepage.
Price: $55.00 AU