Publisher's Synopsis
In her artist book 'Independence Days', Maryam Jafri presents an expanded version of her photo installation, 'Independence Day 1934-1975' juxtaposing and arranging 234 photographs sourced over 10 years of research in 40 archives across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, including many from rare and at-risk collections.This is an investigation of the role played by photography in mid-twentieth century decolonization processes.Published after the exhibition, 'Maryam Jafri: Roads to Serfdom, Repaved' at Taxispalais Kunsthalle Tirol, Innsbruck (9 February 9 - 12 May 2019).English and German text.
