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Chris Brooks photographs the revival of his family’s lost printing press The photographer concludes a decade-long project with the release of his first book on the family press. by Clara Malley
Ousted from his hometown, Nakhane finds salvation in music On new album 'You Will Not Die,' the actor and singer embraces his sexuality and learns to reject universal truths. by Caroline Christie
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The surreal domestic lives of humans and their hyper-real dolls Fondazione Prada’s new exhibition, ‘Surrogati. Un amore ideale’ (Surrogate. A Love Ideal) explores the emotional bonds between humans and their inanimate companions. by Hannah Ongley
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Shades of Skin: class warfare and indigenous pride in Mexico City Why is what is beautiful to some cultures considered unattractive in others? In this series, Document investigates ideas of beauty, class, and race around the... by Ann Binlot