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Praise

“Berger’s is a humane and uniquely confiding voice, and this voice is coextensive with his skill as a draftsman. The two attributes act in concert with Spinoza’s enigmatic philosophical propositions”
—Teju Cole, New York Times

“This beautifully produced book, illustrated with Berger’s drawings, is as much a meditation on the art of drawing as a commentary on philosophy…Whether he is writing about art or about the oppressed, Berger is a dab hand at what might be called semi-mystical exegesis. His stories are often like fables, and his explication – colourfully grounded but picaresque – is admirably lucid.”
—The Art Newspaper

“Berger’s words and images, rendered serene by age and habit, provide an exhilarating and unflinching account of global devastation and ordinary life.”
—Colin MacCabe, New Statesman

“Inspiring, challenging and rewarding.”
—Carl Wilkinson, Financial Times

“Characteristically sui generis.”
—Nick Wroe, Guardian

“Displays his trademark lyrical precision.”
—Meaghan Delahunt, Scotsman, books of the year