A Book of Days

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A deeply moving and idiosyncratic visual diary by the National Book Award-winning author, this work features over 365 images that reflect Smith's unique aesthetic, inspired by her popular Instagram. In 2018, she began posting her first photo, a simple greeting, and continued to share snapshots from her life, including portraits of her children, everyday objects, and her Abyssinian cat, Cairo. Followers quickly connected with these glimpses into her world, showcasing her daily rituals, the books she reads, and the graves of literary heroes like William Blake and Sylvia Plath. As her collection grew, a narrative emerged, revealing a life dedicated to art that resonated with over a million followers. This book includes vintage photographs, such as anniversary pearls and a husband’s guitar, alongside never-before-seen images from her travels, capturing train stations and cafes. Through intimate daily notations, Smith offers insights from her journeys, presenting a year in photographs that invites readers into her expansive mind. Hopeful, elegiac, and playful, this timeless work serves as an inspirational map of an artist's life during uncertain times, accompanied by an introduction exploring her documentary process.