Boris Mikhailov, born in 1938, emerges as a prominent figure in post-Soviet photography, renowned for his innovative and adaptive photographic techniques that reflect the challenges of existing in a crumbling world. This book delves into his artistic approach, capturing the struggle and survival themes intrinsic to his work. It places Mikhailov in context with other influential photographers such as Eugene Atget and Dorothea Lange, highlighting a lineage of artists who similarly navigate their sociopolitical environments through their lenses. The book explores how Mikhailov and his contemporaries negotiate their identity and creativity amidst adversity.
