It is said that the eyes are a window to the soul. They are what we look at first when we meet a stranger, and one of the most expressive parts of the human body. The eye speaks a complicated language that cannot be heard, only felt. The size of the pupil can be a sign of concentration or arousal. We look into each other’s eyes to show attentive interest, but often feel uncomfortable when stared at: an evolutionary trait designed to warn us against a predatory gaze.

This book is a testament to the power of the human eye. It brings together Anna Gabriel’s collection of photographs showing the eyes of numerous well-known rock and film stars up close, including David Byrne, Helena Christensen, Willem Dafoe, The Edge, Noel Gallagher, Annie Lennox, Susan Sarandon, Benjamin Zephaniah, Peter Gabriel, and many more.

ACC Art Books, ISBN9781788841900, hardcover, 216 pages, 73 color and 61 black and white photos in book.