Ulrich, David
Oceano: An Elegy for the Earth
- ISBN 13:
- 9781938086922
- author:
- Ulrich, David
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- George F. Thompson
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 156
- Dimensions:
- 20.1 x 25.9 x 2.5 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Science, Nature, Environmental Conservation & Pro,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Oceano: An Elegy for the Earth is a poignant collection of photographs that capture the fragile beauty of the Oceano Dunes on California's Central Coast. The dunes, which stretch eighteen miles along the coastline, are threatened by climate change and human activity, making them a powerful symbol of our relationship with the natural world. Through his artfully rendered images, photographer David Ulrich explores the paradox between nature's beauty and environmental loss. His photographs evoke a sense of hope and impermanence, contrasting light and darkness in a reflection of the complex dynamics between land and human society. By employing the literary form of an elegy, Ulrich pays tribute to the Oceano Dunes, which are also home to some of the worst air quality in the nation. This powerful series of photographs serves as a reminder of the urgent need for environmental conservation and protection.