Edward Burtynsky: The Great Acceleration Published by/Image Credits: Jiazazhi Press

Published by/Image Credits: Jiazazhi Press

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Edward Burtynsky: The Great Acceleration Published by/Image Credits: Jiazazhi PressA retrospective of Edward Burtynskys photography from the past 40 years, The Great Acceleration reveals the depth of Burtynskys investigation into the human alteration of natural landscapes around the world, showing their present fragility and enduring beauty in equal measure. Including many of Burtynskys landmark images, some of which have never previously been published, the book is an urgent call to action, inviting us to appreciative the sublimity