'We're all too rich,' says legendary British photographer Martin Parr


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Parr's latest book, a collection of photographs together with his wry commentary, is called 'Utterly Lazy And Inattentive', after a French teacher's damning school report when he was 14. Photo: AFP

British documentary photographer Martin Parr says the world has never been more in need of satire like that in his images because many people are too wealthy and their lifestyle is unsustainable.

"The state we're all in is appalling," said the 73-year-old, known for his humorous snapshots of bronzed beachgoers and selfie-snapping holidaymakers.

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