The Fasting Women explores the intersection of body, spirituality, and discipline through intimate photographic studies of women engaged in fasting practices. The images are composed to emphasize the physical and emotional intensity of self-denial, using close framing and subdued lighting to create a contemplative mood.

Francesco Francaviglia’s work in this 112-page volume captures the tension between vulnerability and strength inherent in the fasting ritual. The photographs focus on texture, gesture, and expression, conveying a quiet intensity and hinting at the personal and cultural dimensions of this practice.