Published by Steidl in 2014, “Faces and Phases 2006–2014” is a monumental archive of visual activism by South African photographer Zanele Muholi. Spanning eight years, the book features over 250 powerful black-and-white portraits of Black lesbians, gender-nonconforming individuals, and transmen. Muholi’s project is a direct response to the brutal reality of hate crimes and “corrective” rapes in South Africa, aiming to provide a permanent, dignified record of a community that is often invisible or dehumanized. By returning to the same subjects over time, Muholi captures the “phases” of their lives—their struggles, triumphs, and evolving identities. Accompanied by heartfelt testimonies and scholarly essays, this volume stands as one of the most important sociological and artistic documents of the 21st century.