A seventh man
a book of images and words about the experience of migrant workers in Europe
Book • 1975
Published in 1975, 'A Seventh Man' delves into the material circumstances and inner experiences of migrant workers, revealing how they are central to modern life despite often being marginalized.
The book uses a dual approach, with Berger's text weaving a thoughtful narrative around Mohr's photographs, which capture the migrant experience with raw immediacy.
It explores themes of displacement, labor, and the human condition, highlighting the economic forces driving migration and the psychological impact of displacement on these workers.
The book remains relevant today, shedding light on the often overlooked aspects of migrant lives and the human cost behind economic prosperity.
The book uses a dual approach, with Berger's text weaving a thoughtful narrative around Mohr's photographs, which capture the migrant experience with raw immediacy.
It explores themes of displacement, labor, and the human condition, highlighting the economic forces driving migration and the psychological impact of displacement on these workers.
The book remains relevant today, shedding light on the often overlooked aspects of migrant lives and the human cost behind economic prosperity.
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