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Of Love & War by Lynsey Addario

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4.0

This book is a photographic journey into war-torn countries with injustice a part of everyday lives. It explores experiences of women in war, women birthing a child in really dire circumstances and the limited resources they have to give an adequate birth. This also explores war, poverty, determination and oh, the story and letters is incredibly impactful.

It is emotionally heavy. I felt so bewildered, surprised and just utterly pressured from the representation of war, poverty, hurt and pain they’re enduring. The photographs communicate an incomprehensible experience for the Western society.

This gives a perspective unlike any other.

I didn’t know that I could be impacted like that in a profound way and seeing the experience of others intimately and personally. It’s a whirlwind.