Humans of New York

About this book

A beautiful, heartfelt, funny and inspiring collection of photographs capturing the spirit of a city In the summer of 2010, photographer Brandon Stanton set out on an ambitious project: to single-handedly create a photographic census of New York City. Armed with his camera, he began crisscrossing the city, covering thousands of miles on foot, all in an attempt to capture New Yorkers and their stories. The result of these efforts was a vibrant blog he called "Humans of New York," in which his photos were featured alongside quotes and anecdotes. Humans of New Yorkis the book inspired by the Internet sensation. With four hundred color photos, including exclusive portraits and all-new stories, Humans of New Yorkis a stunning collection of images that showcases the outsized personalities of New York. Surprising and moving, Humans of New Yorkis a celebration of individuality and a tribute to the spirit of the city.