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It has to be this way²

by M. Anthony Penwill, Lindsay Seers

This work uses photographs to investigate the strange behaviour and disappearance of Christine Parks. It explores a narrative spanning Renaissance occult practices, a journey to West Africa, and a father's involvement in diamond smuggling.

Accession 5622 ISBN 9780907623700 Publisher Matt's Gallery
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