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Eric Fichtl
<p>A pair of hikers heading toward the Sas de Pütia / Peitlerkofel peak, visible during a brief clearing in the mists and clouds that were whipping around up there. </p>

Thanks for visiting. This website features my photography, writing, and a bit about me.

PHOTOS

Here is a random sample of my photos. Visit my galleries for many more.


<p>A trio of penguins decline a seagull's attempt to join their conversation. Harsh.</p>
<p>Autumn leaves resemble a fireworks display.</p>
<p>People gather on the tiered walls below Prague Castle to take in the view back over the city.</p>
<p>A glamorous old café bustles by night.</p>
<p>Two well-armed national police officers patrol the streets of Tame, passing sun-beaten election murals for the then-mayor.</p>
<p>A band of musicians performs in a churchyard in Puebla, Mexico.</p>
<p>Saturday strollers along the waterfront pass through light and shadows.</p>
<p>A view of St. Kevin's Church at the monastic centre of Glendalough. The church dates from the 12th Century.</p>
TEXTS

A lot of what I write professionally carries no byline. Here are some of the works I have put my name to.

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Let Them Eat Cake… The End of the Tortilla Subsidy in Mexico

The cost of that most Mexican of basic foodstuffs jumped by 25% as the government repealed price control legislation.
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An Introduction to the Third Sector in Hong Kong: Historical Developments and Current Outlook

A brief history of Hong Kong’s nonprofit sector, examining the parallel development of Chinese and Western charities as well as local philanthropy.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Multilateral Lending in the 1990s

A briefing on key terminology and institutions.