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Stumps on Cox farm piled and ready for burning, Bonner County, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Stumps on Cox farm piled and ready for burning, Bonner County, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Stumps on Cox farm piled and ready for burning. Bonner County, Idaho
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of rural life during the Great Depression in America. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, it depicts a scene on Cox farm in Bonner County, Idaho. The image showcases a large pile of stumps that have been gathered and prepared for burning. The composition evokes a sense of desolation and poverty as the viewer is confronted with the remnants of what was once a thriving forest. The stumps stand as silent witnesses to the economic hardships faced by farmers during this tumultuous period. Lange's use of photography intensifies the starkness of their existence, emphasizing their raw texture against an unforgiving landscape. Through her lens, Lange captures not only physical objects but also conveys deeper emotions tied to loss, struggle, and resilience. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how individuals were forced to adapt to survive during times of recession. As we reflect on this historical image today, it offers us an opportunity to appreciate our progress while acknowledging the challenges faced by those who came before us. It stands as both documentation and artistry - encapsulating an era defined by hardship yet marked by human determination.
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