Perfectly sized for your beach bag, here is Martin Parr at his best—startling us with moments of absurdity and immersing us in the rituals and traditions associated with beach life. Parr has photographed the beach for more than three decades, bringing us close-ups of sunbathers, rambunctious swimmers caught mid-plunge, and the eternal sandy picnic. This compilation brings us the best images from his exploration of beach culture, and includes photos of beachgoers in Argentina, Brazil, China, Spain, Italy, Latvia, Japan, the United States, Mexico, Thailand, and, of course, the UK. The book features a text by Parr and a design inspired by a selection of tropical-theme fabrics.
