Born in France, Matthieu Paley has traveled the world for National Geographic magazine. Focusing on regions that are underrepresented, he is especially committed to issues relating to cultures and the environment. Matthieu has published several books and exhibited his fine art images in galleries and museums worldwide. A recipient of numerous awards and an expert on photography, he is regularly hired for commercial campaigns, photo workshops, and speaking engagements. Over the course of his career, Matthieu has learned six languages, which feeds his passion to connect with the people he meets and help instill a sense of intimacy into his images.
An ancient religion founded in Central Asia faces a vexing question: how to keep the fire of faith burning.
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