On June 13, Laurence King Publishing will release "The Art of Suffering: Capturing the Brutal Beauty of Road Cycling" by world-class photographer Kristof Ramon (@Kramon). The visually stunning book offers an intimate look into the world of professional road cycling through the eyes of Ramon, who captures moments of intense determination and the raw emotion that defines the sport. With a foreword by Belgian cycling superstar Wout van Aert and text and insights from award-winning author Matt Rendell, the reader is given an insight into the resilience and pain endurance that this sport requires.

This book offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to ride a bike at the highest level. Kristof Ramon's photos tell stories of perseverance and the moments of personal triumph over adversity that are often hidden from the cheering spectators.

The Art of Suffering is not only about the physical challenges of cycling, but also about the human spirit. Through Kramon's lens, readers gain a deeper appreciation for the sport and the athletes who dedicate their lives to mastering it. From the grueling climbs of the Giro d'Italia to the cobblestone classics in Flanders, Kramon's photographs reveal the harsh reality and fleeting beauty of cycling. His works illustrate the paradox of this sport: the deeper the suffering, the more profound the moments of triumph.

Ramon's ability to capture the essence of cycling's most dramatic moments - be it the pain on a rider's face, the serene beauty of a fog-shrouded climb or the exuberant joy of a hard-won victory - makes this book a tribute to road cycling.

About the author

Kristof Ramon is one of the world's top professional cycling photographers. He started his career as a filmmaker, but for the last 14 years has focused exclusively on cycling photography, covering all the big races, from the classics such as Paris-Roubaix, Tour of Flanders and Strade Bianche, to the grand tours, the Giro d'Italia, the Tour de France and the Vuelta a España.

Kristof's talent for storytelling, his ability to capture the atmosphere and raw emotion of a race set his images apart from typical race photography. His reputation has earned him the respect and trust of many great teams and riders, which is why Kristof is able to capture those extraordinary in-between moments and behind-the-scenes images that few photographers have the opportunity to do.

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