ONLY IN LVIV. TOŃKO, SZCZEPKO AND EVERYONE ELSE

Travel back in time to pre-war Lviv, a city of unforgettable cabarets and comedic talents. Discover the story of the most famous comedy duo of those years – Tońko and Szczepko, whose creations by Henryk Vogelfänger and Kazimierz Wajda made audiences laugh to tears. This book is a journey through their lives, from their first performances in the radio program "Wesoła Lwowska Fala" to their last moments in exile in Great Britain.

• Discover the behind-the-scenes of the legendary radio program "Wesoła Lwowska Fala".
• Learn the history of the first Lviv sound film "It Will Be Better".
• Find out why some films with Tońko and Szczepko never saw the light of day.
• Follow the fate of the artists from their first performance in 1933 to their last in 1947.
• Discover the secrets of the famous song "Only in Lviv" from the film "The Tramps".
• Meet the people who accompanied Tońko and Szczepko on the radio, in the cinema and on the stage.

The authors Stanisław Calik and Oleg Chorny, based on materials collected over the years, take the reader on a fascinating journey through the world of Lviv entertainment. This book is not only a biography of Tońko and Szczepko, but also a chronicle of the cultural life of Lviv in the interwar period. It is a story about people who, with their creativity, could cheer up even in the most difficult times.

"Only in Lviv. Tońko, Szczepko and everyone else" is a must-read for all lovers of the history of Polish entertainment, as well as for those who want to get to know the atmosphere of Lviv, a city that has forever entered the history of Polish culture. This book is a tribute to artists who, with their creativity, could unite and bring joy.

Księży Młyn Dom Wydawniczy, known for its attention to high editorial quality, gives readers a publication that will surely meet the expectations of even the most demanding recipients. The paperback cover and the 146x212 mm format make the book comfortable to read and ideal for taking on a trip. The year of publication 2024 guarantees that the reader receives the latest knowledge about Tońko and Szczepko.