Each bookstore acts as a concierge, recommending "must-read books" to FASHION HEADLINE readers. Today, we're introducing books selected by Shelf (3-7-4 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo), a Harajuku bookstore specializing in foreign books.

■ "LAGO" by Ron Jude

A collection of works by American photographer Ron Jude.

From 2011 to 2014, Jude visited the California desert where he spent his childhood. This book brings together 54 photographs taken during that time.

The photographs, based on Jude's own vague memories, tell a coherent story. Against the backdrop of a lake in the desolate desert, the book captures the world of nostalgic travels of Jude's own aimless wanderings through the region where he lived as a child.

Published by MACK, a London, UK publisher. Founded in 2001 by Michael Mack, former director of the German publishing house Steidl, MACK is one of the most notable publishers in the photography and art market today. Focusing on editing that respects the opinions of artists and a beautiful, high-quality finish, the company's books have won numerous awards, including the British Publishing Book of the Year Award and the Most Beautiful Book in the World Award.

[Book Information]
"LAGO"
Author: Ron Jude
Publisher: MACK
Language: English
Hardcover / 96 pages / 290x240mm
Published: 2015
Price: 8,000 yen