Michael Lang's previous book began his series Slow Walking in NY in which he roamed the city with its energy and inspiration. For his current book, Lang continues exploring Manhattan with his 'slow walking' theme. In addition, Lang introduces a new 'slow walking' venue, Sicily, where he follows Easter processions, including the procession of the Mysteries, a 400 year old tradition in Trapani. He also visits Poggioreale, a village destroyed in the 1968 earthquake and never rebuilt.
Lang's interest in street photography began when he was 15 years old in 1957 with his well-received essay on Belvedere Billiards, a Baltimore pool room. This is where he honed his style of intimacy with his subject along with his attention to composition.