This collection of photographs focuses primarily on poverty-stricken and densely-populated neighborhoods all over the world, underlining the need for compassion and empathy from those who live
comfortably in developed nations. Bendiksen, a noted photographer and journalist, spent three years compiling images from Nairobi, Mumbai, Jakarta and Caracas to demonstrate the plight of those
who must live in a sea of humans with little hope for expressing personal freedom or individuality. Stories and anecdotes from residents of these urban landscapes add authenticity and
desperation to the startling images. Distributed by Distributed Art Publishers. Annotation 穢2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
