Harvey Stein's "Coney Island"

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This paper presents "Coney Island" by photographer Harvey Stein, a colorful testimony to the gritty reality, gaudy display and incredible diversity of Coney Island. The paper discusses each section: Amusements, Boardwalk, Mermaid Parade, The Workers and The Beach. The paper author believes that by documenting Coney Island pictorially Stein keeps the area alive even though the best days of the park are behind it.

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"The Amusements section sets the scene, documenting the rides and attractions that bring the people to the place. Many of these pictures emphasize motion of the ride, with a central focus point that draws the eye. The Boardwalk section concentrates more on the people attending Coney Island and the activities that go on there, such as feeding the seagulls, McDonald's, French fries, and lovers sneaking kisses. These photos often document a sort of desperation in having fun, a feeling of the need to capture the moment before it is gone and the workweek returns."

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