HOUSING ESTATES OF RADOM. HOUSING ESTATES

Travel back in time and space to the world of Radom housing estates, where the memories of thousands of residents were born in housing estate playgrounds, schools, shops and benches. Marek Ziółkowski invites you on a journey to the years when housing estates were just being built, and life took place among uneven pavements and children playing on the foundations of new buildings.

• Childhood memories in Radom housing estates
• History of the construction of the largest housing estates
• Personal experiences of residents
• Cult places and those that are better avoided
• Unique photos from family albums
• Meeting of the present with history

The book "Housing estates of Radom. Housing estates" is a sentimental journey into the past that connects the present with history. The author takes us to places that are a symbol of childhood and youth for many Radom residents. Housing estate playgrounds, schools, shops, benches and carpet racks are the scenery in which the first loves, friendships and life lessons took place. It is a story about a community that was created in Radom housing estates, about neighborhood relations and playing together.

Marek Ziółkowski brings us closer to the history of the construction of the largest Radom blocks of flats, including the one in Ustronie, where the W-70 technology was used for the first time in Poland. We will find out which places are the most cult and which have a bad reputation and are better avoided. The author gives the floor to the residents themselves, who share their personal experiences and longing for carefree years spent in the housing estate. It is a story about places that have been forever etched in their memory.

The book takes us on a journey through various housing estates in Radom, such as Akademickie, Borki, Gołębiów I, Gołębiów II, Michałów, Młodzianów, Nad Potokiem, Obozisko, Planty, Południe, Prędocinek, Śródmieście, Ustronie, Wośniki, XV-lecia, Zamłynie. Each of them is different, has its own history, which the residents themselves tell, sharing their memories and emotions with the author. It is a story about places that will forever remain in the hearts of Radom residents.

Księży Młyn Dom Wydawniczy is a renowned publishing house that has been specializing in publications on regional and historical topics for years. Their books are characterized by high editorial and substantive quality, as well as attention to detail. The publishing house cooperates with experienced authors and historians who passionately and with commitment bring us closer to the history and culture of our region.