Eldridge Cleaver 1970

Gordon Parks's 1970 photograph "Eldridge Cleaver" captures the renowned Black Panther Party leader in a moment of contemplation. Cleaver, a writer and political activist, is depicted in a casual setting, holding a book and smoking a cigarette. Parks, known for his insightful portraiture and his ability to portray the human condition, uses black and white film to create a stark and intimate image, highlighting Cleaver's thoughtful expression and the weight of his experiences.