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Mar 25, 2021Ragini629 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Brandon's ability to showcase the humanity in every single individual is truly unparalleled and something from which we all can learn. I would have liked to see more quotes/words, but he chooses the wittiest captions that just touch your…
Mar 08, 2021
Such a fun book! Made me snicker, while also made me think.
Feb 03, 2021JCLPiepieB rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent, excellent book. Highly recommend Brandon's books as well as following HONY on social media.
Mar 03, 2020orsino81 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
More than just a coffee-table book, these are snapshots of genuine life in America that remind you that there is more to this nation than the wealthy and famous. America is comprised of a vast array people with very interesting stories -…
Jul 17, 2018firstlight rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding collection of life stories conveyed in portrait photography with interviews. Beautiful!
Jul 17, 2018firstlight rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Photography and descriptive interviews combine to powerfully convey stories of individual lives. Although I have never met the subjects, I feel like I know them now.
Mar 24, 2018redtayres rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
After first consuming "Humans of New York: Stories" (and loving it) I sought to read this earlier work which I adored while still feeling just a wee bit less satisfied by than the "Stories" one. You can see that he's onto something, but…
Dec 08, 2017ryner rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A mesmerizing collection of photographs of the many New Yorkers Brandon Stanton has interviewed for his blog, demonstrating that although not all of us have lived a life worthy of a riveting biopic, there is something interesting and…
Oct 13, 2017ArapahoeRachelB rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
It's easy to forget that there are real stories inside the people that we find strange or unapproachable. Brandon Stanton has made it his mission to take those stories that hide within and make them visible to the rest of us.
Nov 24, 2016missreadingrobyn rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
New York is just one of those place, you know? Everyone owns their little piece of it and Stanton presents that to the world with his amazing photographs. This collection places fashion and eccentricities right next to everyday, quiet…
Nov 23, 2016Daveinportland rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I love the work this guy does. Everyone has a story. Some good, some bad, some different. Always a good website to read and the book is basically a collection of the same people and segments.
Oct 15, 2016BookBellinghamster rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
It was as if you were walking the streets of New York, and having a heart-to-heart with your fellow man. Stanton's book is endearing and has a page for everyone. Eagerly anticipating his next release. :)
Jul 29, 2016bandblair rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
It takes all kinds.
Jul 14, 2016jannylegs rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This book breaks my heart every time I open it. And I mean that in a good way, even if it hurts.
Apr 30, 2016BPL_AnaC rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I hadn't know about his blog until I saw the book published. What an interesting project! I loved flipping through the pages and reading the stories of strangers in New York. We pass by so many people on the streets everywhere, but it…
Apr 18, 2016weirdduck88 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A surprising page-turner. True, it's not a suspense thriller by any means, but the stories in here are so emotional, some that are absolutely heart-breaking, that it makes you want to see what the next person will share about his/her life.…
Apr 06, 2016writermala rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Wow! What a beautiful Book. The Photos are brilliant and the stories add to their beauty. I loved all the Pics but particularly those of kids and their microfashions:-) There were one or two subjects which were given more attention and…
Mar 14, 2016Chapel_Hill_KrystalB rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I love portrait photography so this is my kind of book. And what better place to capture the fun, interesting, unusual, inspiring, captivating, etc. than NYC? For a daily look at Brandon Stanton's work, I also recommend the Humans of New…
Feb 18, 2016becker rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This book is filled with hundreds of photos of people in NYC. There is also a small quote or thought from that person that ranges from one line to a small paragraph. There are people from every imaginable walk of life in this book and…
Feb 06, 2016amandarobinson rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Brandon's first book. I follow Humans of New York on Facebook and Instagram and always love reading the captions and seeing the pictures. This is a fantastic book and while it doesn't have the same in-depth descriptions as his newest…
Jan 17, 2016jeffi22 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
You don't get as much of a story as online, but cool photos with funny captions
Jan 08, 2016readinJC rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Loved the stories as much as the pictures. You cannot tell what story a person will tell from looking at them. Every person has a story and I just loved this book!
Jan 06, 2016ownedbydoxies rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This author/philosopher/photographer should get the Nobel Peace Prize for his work. My absolute favorite in here is the woman who tells how she finally got the puppy she wanted :) Renews your faith in human nature.
Dec 22, 2015
If you think people are interesting, then you'll really like this book! Brandon captures in photos a moment in time and shares an observation or a comment from these colorful New Yorkers!
Dec 08, 20152monkeyreaders rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Great photos and great stories. Couldn't put it down.