G Editions announced the publication of Drug Wars: Supply and Demand by Jonathan Alpeyrie.
In Drug Wars: Supply and Demand, photojournalist Jonathan Alpeyrie delves into the devastating and complex realities of the global drug trade. With over two decades of experience in conflict zones worldwide, Alpeyrie brings a unique, first-hand perspective on the flow of illegal drugs from Latin America to the high-demand markets in North America. This raw, deeply important visual and narrative work provides an unprecedented close-up view of the cartels, governments, and individuals caught in the web of this ever-evolving crisis.
Alpeyrie’s exploration into the intersection of politics, crime, and human suffering unfolds through more than 300 powerful photo- graphs and insightful commentary. He takes readers into the heart of the regions most affected by the drug trade, capturing the tension and turmoil of those who live in its shadow. The book traces the move- ment of illicit substances, from their production in the rural landscapes of Latin America to their distribution in cities across North America.
Through both images and text, Alpeyrie examines the deep social, economic, and political ramifications of the narcotic empire that impacts millions globally.
This book—with a Foreword by renowned film producer, Bonnie Timmermann—is an essential document for anyone interested in the current state of the drug trade and the broader political and social dynamics of the Americas. Alpeyrie’s work stands as a powerful reminder of the human cost of these global transactions, providing readers with a new level of understanding of the ongoing war on drugs.
Jonathan Alpeyrie is a renowned documentary photographer with over 20 years of experience covering conflicts and crises around the world. Born in Paris and raised in New York, Alpeyrie has worked in over 40 countries, including some of the most dangerous regions in the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. His work has appeared in major publi- cations such as Vanity Fair, Le Figaro, The Guardian, and Newsweek, and he has been recognized with multiple awards for his coverage of war, politics, and human rights.
Alpeyrie’s previous book, The Shattered Lens, recounts his harrowing experience as a hostage during the Syrian Civil War, and was hailed for its gripping narrative and raw photographs. With Drug Wars, Alpeyrie brings his investigative photography to the issue of international narcotics trafficking, providing an eye-opening and compelling look at the global drug trade.
Jonathan Alpeyrie : Drug Wars: Supply and Demand
G Editions
Foreword by Bonnie Timmermann
Jacketed hardcover
272 pages
8½ x 10″
326 photographs
ISBN: 978-0-9721152-4-7
$60
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