The Presence of Absence
Hardcover
$56.00
By Inbal Abergil, Inbal Abergil (Photographer), Robert G. Bean (Text by), Kathleen R. Gilbert (Text by), Caitlin Margaret Kelly (Text by), Stephen Mayes (Text by), Jeffrey Jenkins Projects (Designed by)
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The Presence of Absence, a decadelong documentary, explores trauma, loss, grief, mourning, and healing after war. Inbal Abergil combines stories of Gold Star Families, still lifes of loved ones' belongings, and portraits of Casualty Notification Officers. The still lifes show how survivors cope with loss, highlighting the dual pain and comfort of memories. The portraits depict the gri...






















