Henri Cartier-Bresson's photographic collection, spanning from the late 1920s to the 1970s, captures Europe's evolving identity post-war. The book documents the continent as its separate regions begin to reflect a familial resemblance, amidst the crumbling boundaries between countries. Cartier-Bresson journeyed from Scandinavia to Yugoslavia, and Brittany to Ireland, highlighting fragments of a shared identity beyond nationalism. His photographs reveal Europe's cultural diversity, landscapes, and daily life, depicting individuals and communities alike, from English opera-goers to Polish priests and Abruzzi peasants, showcasing the human condition and unity amidst diversity.
