When it first appeared in 1971, Larry Clark's groundbreaking book Tulsa sparked immediate controversy across the nation. Its graphic depictions of sex, violence, and drug abuse in the youth culture of Oklahoma were acclaimed by critics for stripping away romantic notions of American youth and revealing a raw, unvarnished reality. Clark's unflinching photographic documentation of teenage life in Tulsa became a landmark work of American photography that challenged conventional narratives about youth and society.

Why We Picked It: Because Clark's Tulsa broke new ground in documentary photography, refusing to romanticize or sanitize the experiences of American youth. His raw, honest approach influenced generations of photographers and remains a powerful testament to the importance of bearing witness to difficult truths.

Details: • Author: Larry Clark • Publisher: Grove Press • Format: Paperback • Publication Date: October 27, 2000 • Original Publication: 1971 • ISBN: 0802137482

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