We have probably all known twins who seem quite different, who are of mixed gender and may not even appear similar in the way that siblings can do. However, identical twins who by definition are the same gender have fascinated Peter Zelewski since he met identical twins Eric and Tim at school.

He was struck by their confidence and the bond which invisibly united them. To an extent he was jealous that they had each other.

Years later as a professional photographer he remembered this fascination and decided to create a project around the subject.  To this end he sought out identical twins; at random and by using the power of social media.

The result is this engaging book of portraits of twins ranging in age from 2 years old to 57 years old. Each portrait has a short commentary from the twins, which highlights some aspect of their life experience.

There is a moving introduction by one of the pairs of twins, in which they write a brief history of twins through the ages and then comment on Peter’s approach to his work, which for them captures the essence of their union. These photographs, this book is just a glimpse, a step towards an understanding of the unique and special relationship experienced by twins.  It will make you want to find out more.

Twins, produced over four years by award photographer Peter Zelewski is wonderfully enhanced by the quality of this publication. This is a volume to treasure, to gift and to grace bookshelves or coffee tables. And with Christmas on the way…

Twins by Peter Zelewski: Hoxton Mini Press £16.95 (Cloth Hardback) ISBN: 978-1-910566-43-5