John P. Heyes - Al Dhafra
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| Publisher | Alep Publishing |
| ISBN | 9782488817028 |
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John P. Heyes’ book explores the essence of Bedouin culture through the intimate relationships between families and their camels. In early 2024, Heyes travelled to the western deserts of the United Arab Emirates to document the Al Dhafra Festival, a major celebration centred on the Mazayna camel beauty contest. Immersed for over two weeks in a community camp, he photographed herders, families, elders, and youth, capturing rituals of care, tradition, and connection. His images reveal the enduring bond between people, animals, and desert landscapes, portraying both the festival’s energy and the quiet moments that preserve cultural memory.
| 162 p, ills colour & bw, 18 x 23 cm, pb, English |
Regular price:
US$49.75
Product number:
idea48285
