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My journey as a witness on National Geographic website

by Shahidul Alam Posted on November 27, 2011

Subscribe to ShahidulNews National Geographic Events Shahidul Alam – My Journey as a Witness My Journey as a Witness Shahidul Alam Beautifully illustrated, My Journey as a Witness, is the first publication of over two decades of Shahidul Alam’s photography. This inspiring … Continue reading →

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A Two Day Visa

by Shahidul Alam Posted on September 12, 2008

Subscribe to ShahidulNews They sing in harmony. Rhythmic tunes with simple lyrics. The lilting songs and the dance-like-footsteps have a deceptive beauty. The metal sheets balanced on their shoulders may weigh tons. Bare feet on slippery clay weaving through scrap … Continue reading →

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Venturing Into The Impossible

by Shahidul Alam Posted on March 19, 2008

Subscribe to ShahidulNews ” Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” Sir Arthur C Clarke “Oh you are going to take pictures? Let me put on my sincere smile. Don’t manage it all the time.” He chuckled, as he … Continue reading →

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When The Mind Says Yes

by Shahidul Alam Posted on January 10, 1998

It was in the foothills of the Himalayas that he was born. In a bullock cart amidst a snowstorm. It was in the cold chill of January, in the severest winter in Bangladesh’s memory, that he died. Alone and uncared … Continue reading →

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