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11:25 June 16th, 2009

Our World Now

Posted by: Corinne Perkins
Tags: Reuters Photographers, , , , , ,

Reuters photojournalists are continually bearing witness to events as they happen across the globe. They distribute over half a million pictures each year, pushing the boundaries of what news photography is and can be. Our World Now draws upon this unparalleled resource to document a year in the life of our vibrant, troubled, beautiful planet. In over 350 photographs, this book combines information and emotion to present a vivid mirror of our times. The second volume of this collector’s series is an indispensable visual record of a turbulent year that will be remembered as a turning point of our age.

Our World Now is available in U.S. bookstores. Click here or on the picture above to view a site dedicated to the book.

4 comments so far

great book and great pics, as well as in first book, but did you guys think about change of format? it is kinda hard to browse the book…

- Posted by jozef

I borrowed the 2007 version from the library the other day and it is packed with great memorable images. Look forward to seeing the new one!

- Posted by nick

Very good look,best description,well maintained.
urged me to see again and again.
Looking forward to seeing these new ones at the earliest.
Thanks for your good works done.
Congatulations.

- Posted by krishnamurthi ramachandran

Still,it holds good.
At any time, the world view can be seen.
It is packed with very good insights.

- Posted by krishnamurthi ramachandran

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