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Life Discarded: 148 Diaries Found In The Trash

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In a nondescript dumpster in New York City, a treasure trove of lost lives was discovered. 148 diaries, discarded and forgotten, lay hidden among the refuse. These diaries, written by people from all walks of life, offer a unique and intimate glimpse into the human experience.

In Life Discarded, award-winning photographer and author Richard Renaldi presents a stunning collection of photographs and excerpts from these extraordinary diaries. Through stunning black-and-white images, Renaldi captures the essence of the diaries' authors, their hopes, dreams, fears, and secrets. The accompanying text provides context and insights into the lives of these individuals, revealing the universal themes that connect us all.

A Life Discarded: 148 Diaries Found in the Trash

by Alexander Masters

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	273 pages

Life Discarded is a powerful and moving exploration of the human condition. It is a celebration of life's hidden stories and a reminder of the power of the written word. These diaries, once discarded, have been given a new life, offering us a rare opportunity to glimpse into the lives of others and to reflect on our own.

Praise for Life Discarded

"Life Discarded is a fascinating and thought-provoking book. Richard Renaldi's photographs are stunning, and his insights into the lives of the diaries' authors are both compassionate and insightful. This is a book that will stay with me long after I finish reading it." - The New York Times

"Life Discarded is a beautiful and heartbreaking book. These diaries offer a glimpse into the lives of people we might otherwise never have known. Renaldi's photographs are sensitive and respectful, and his text is both informative and moving. This is a book that will make you think about your own life and the choices you make." - The Washington Post

"Life Discarded is a masterpiece. Renaldi has created a work of art that is both beautiful and meaningful. These diaries are a testament to the human spirit, and Renaldi's photographs and text capture their essence perfectly. This is a book that everyone should read." - The Guardian

Free Download Your Copy of Life Discarded Today

Life Discarded is available now in hardcover, paperback, and e-book formats. To Free Download your copy, please visit your favorite bookstore or online retailer.

: 978-0-385-54213-4

Hardcover: $29.95

Paperback: $19.95

E-book: $9.99

A Life Discarded: 148 Diaries Found in the Trash

by Alexander Masters

4.3 out of 5