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Hardcover | 22.7 x 19.6 x 2.1 cm | 216 pp

Steidl | 2018 | 9783869308982

Jerry Berndt documented the period between 1968 and 1980 in America like no other photographer. Personally involved in the anti- Vietnam War activities of the 1960s, Berndts work combines photojournalism with documentary, conceptual and street photography to create a unique view of Americas social constitution during these decisive years.

Berndt consistently placed himself near political conflict, systematically portraying the spectrum of Americas people and cityscapes, including the middle and working classes, as well as the inhabitants of Americas often ignored ghettos. His work from this period shows how Americans expressed themselves culturally and socially, while exposing the foundation of Americas changeable urban infrastructure.

This book visualises an important, uneasy period of transition in Americas history, and highlights the literal and ironic aspects of its beauty.