A photographic journey documenting the African continent, its landscapes, people, and environment, employing Sebastião Salgado’s signature black-and-white imagery to reveal profound human and natural conditions.
The book spans 336 pages of stark, high-contrast photographs that emphasize texture, light, and form, capturing moments that reflect social realities and the intricate relationship between humans and their surroundings.
Published in 2010 by Taschen, Africa includes contributions from Mia Couto and Lélia Wanick Salgado, adding literary context to complement the visual narrative.
