London underground 1970-1980, hardcover/mike goldwater

Nostalgic photographs that capture unexpected moments of intimacy and humor on the Underground Think of the London Underground and what comes to mind? Shuffling human traffic, trains whirring through tunnels, tired silent faces.

Mike Goldwaters pictures taken in the 70s and 80s, capture the moments of tenderness and life that lie beneath that: the kisses goodbye, the man cradling a cat, another smoking deep in thought, the homeless man curled up next to his belongings.

We also see old ticket booths (before Travelcards existed), retro carriages, whisky adverts and bell flares.

These images, full of human interaction, take us back to a time when it was fine to talk (and smoke) on our beloved Underground.

About the Author Mike Goldwater is a photographer and film-maker whose work has been widely exhibited and featured in international publications.