Shipbreaking

I recently stumbled across the BLDG BlOG’s excellent post, Where Cathedrals Go To Die, about breaking container ships. As someone who’s daily life includes the constant, neighborly presence of these post-modern wonders of the world, I’m fascinated by the smallest details regarding their life and use. The post features numerous photos from Edward Burtynsky, a Canadian photographer who also has a staggeringly beautiful body of images of quarries, which have also been featured on BLDG BLOG. Follow links for enjoyment.

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