ICONS OF NORMALIZATION. VISUAL CULTURES OF GERMANY 1945-1949

The book Icons of Normalization. Visual Cultures of Germany 1945-1949 by Magdalena Saryusz-Wolska is a fascinating journey through post-war Germany, showing the role of images in the reconstruction of society. It is an analysis of how films, press photographs, posters and postage stamps shaped the new reality and helped to return to normality. This publication is not only a valuable source of historical knowledge, but also an inspiring study of the power of visual culture in the process of social change.

• Analysis of the role of images in the post-war reconstruction of Germany
• Wide spectrum of post-war themes
• Panorama of German media in the first years after World War II
• Richly illustrated work
• Important factors of change and return to "normality"
• Dealing with the past through images
• Attractive ideas about the future

In her work, the author focuses on the visual settlement with Nazism, images of ruins and reconstruction, and popular representations of the body after World War II. This book is not only a historical analysis, but also a reflection on the role of visual culture in shaping identity and collective memory. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Germany, the study of visual culture and the processes of social transformation after armed conflicts.

Magdalena Saryusz-Wolska, the author of this publication, is a recognized researcher of visual culture and German history. Her work is characterized by a thorough analysis of sources, an interdisciplinary approach and the ability to combine theory with practice. Thanks to this, Icons of Normalization is not only a scientific book, but also an inspiring read for a wide audience. This publication is an important contribution to research on the post-war history of Germany and the role of visual culture in processes of social transformation.

The PWN Scientific Publishing House, which published this book, is one of the most renowned scientific publishers in Poland. For years, it has specialized in publishing works from various fields of science, including history, culture and art. Thanks to the high editorial and substantive quality, PWN's publications are recognized both in Poland and abroad. Icons of Normalization is another item in the publisher's rich catalog, which will certainly interest all lovers of history and visual culture.