The image is a black and white photograph of a person walking up a set of stairs. The stairs are made of metal and have a curved design. The person is wearing a black t-shirt, black pants, and black sandals. They are holding a book in their hands and appear to be reading it. The background is a tiled floor with a geometric pattern. The image is taken from a high angle, looking down the stairs towards the person. The overall mood of the image is somber and contemplative.