ŁÓDZKIE NEONY

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Łódź's neons, which adorned the city during the communist era. Bartosz Stępień's book "Łódzkie neony" is a journey through the history of these extraordinary luminous advertisements that caught the eye and enlivened the streets of Łódź. Discover the beauty and function of neons, which informed, advertised and encouraged people to buy.

• History of Łódź's neons in the communist era
• Detailed descriptions of neons from Piotrkowska Street
• Interesting typography and original graphics
• Inspiration for contemporary designers
• Hardcover and high-quality edition
• Dimensions 21x29 cm

The book "Łódzkie neony" is not only a collection of photographs, but above all a story about the city's history, its culture and aesthetics. The neons, which during the communist era embellished the gray streets, are today an important part of Łódź's heritage. This publication allows you to understand their role in the urban space and appreciate their unique character.

At the height of their popularity, in the early 1970s, there were 419 illuminated advertisements in Łódź, 159 of which were on Piotrkowska Street. The neons were placed on the facades of buildings, above shop windows, on outriggers across the street and on roofs, creating a unique atmosphere in the city.

The author of the book, Bartosz Stępień, passionately and with commitment documents the history of Łódź's neons, bringing readers closer to their aesthetics, function and importance in the urban space. This book is a must-read for all lovers of Łódź, the history of design and the culture of the communist era.

Księży Młyn Dom Wydawniczy is a renowned publishing house specializing in publications on the history, culture and art of Łódź. Their books are characterized by high editorial quality and careful selection of content, which guarantees satisfaction with reading. "Łódzkie neony" is another title in their rich portfolio that will surely interest all enthusiasts of Łódź.

Pages: 116, Format: 21x29 cm, Year of publication: 2014, Binding: hardcover. Number of pages: 116, Binding: hardcover, Format: 21x29 cm