by Pete Hamill
First published 2003
A group of photography students arrives in New York City on September 11, 2002, cameras in hand and purpose in their hearts. Many have never seen the city before, but photojournalist Eddie Adams has brought 101 of them here for a mission called "We Love New York!" Their task is to capture the daily rhythms of all five boroughs, showing how New Yorkers carry on with determination and joy. The students learn their craft from seasoned mentors while navigating the streets, subways, and neighborhoods of the Big Apple. They photograph children playing, workers commuting, families gathering, and communities thriving. As the anniversary of tragedy unfolds around them, these young photographers discover not just the techniques of photojournalism, but the deeper story of a city and its people. Through their lenses, they witness the profound connection between New Yorkers and their home, documenting both the ordinary moments and the extraordinary spirit that defines life in the city that refuses to surrender.
Genres: american, contemporary, 21st-century, photography
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, slice-of-life
Setting: New York City, The Big Apple
Period: 2002
192 pages · Paperback · Syracuse University Press