"Sheikh personalizes the struggle of single human beings in portraits rather than taking photojournalistic shots of brutal events. Sheikh and his subjects collaborate in making lyrical and introspective photographs that resonate with a profound sense of dignity. In his book Sheikh writes, 'As the world spins impossibly out of control around them, Afghans look further inward, narrowing their scope of vision to their own friends and families to find the spirit that will sustain them." Chicago Tribune, January 12, 2001 "There's something remarkable about Sheikh's photographs in The Victor Weeps... The result feels like an exceptionally thoughtful family album, full of yearning and concern. Sheikh gathers the elders around the gas lamp and bathes their sorrow and determination in a soft, lovely light. Women, even
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