Table Rock : Photographs from Nebraska 1992-2016
28: Raw View Editions, 2018. 1st Edition. Hardcover. A captivating photobook by Finnish photographer Markus Jokela and journalist Ilkka Malmberg, documenting life in a small American town over more than two decades. Their journey began in 1992, when they were commissioned by Helsingin Sanomat, Finland’s largest daily newspaper, to capture everyday life in rural America. By chance, their finger landed on Table Rock, a tiny town in Pawnee County, Nebraska, named after a unique rock formation near the Nemaha River.
Spanning more than 20 years, the book captures the town’s slow pace, enduring traditions, and the passage of time. Jokela’s photography focuses on ordinary moments—the quiet streets, family gatherings, and daily routines—that reveal the heart of small-town America. Readers can follow real-life stories, such as photographing three-month-old Kelly Freeman in 1992 and later capturing her wedding in 2013.
Table Rock celebrates simplicity, community, and the charm of life away from busy cities. It’s a heartfelt tribute to a place where neighbors trust each other, doors stay unlocked, and life moves gently but meaningfully.
Text in English. 129 unnumbered pages + 14-page Finnish summary on a separate insert. Small surface scratch on the front cover, overall in nice condition. Near Fine. Item #7573
ISBN: 9789526887609
Price: $100.00