SPACES OF MODERNITY - MONIKA KUCNER

Discover a fascinating journey to interwar Łódź, a city of dynamic changes and aspirations, seen through the eyes of the German-language illustrated press. Monika Kucner's book "Spaces of Modernity" offers a unique insight into the modernization, urbanization, and social transformations that shaped this extraordinary city. Travel back in time and see how the press recorded and co-created visions of modernity, fitting into the global discourse of the era.

• Fascinating picture of the era of dynamic changes and tensions
• Unique perspective on interwar Łódź
• Analysis of the German-language illustrated press
• Visions of modernization, urbanization, and social change
• Numerous photographs and short narrative forms
• Modern press aesthetics capturing the spirit of the era
• Księży Młyn Dom Wydawniczy guarantees quality

The book "Spaces of Modernity" is not only an analysis of the press, but above all a story about people, their aspirations and dreams. The author, Monika Kucner, with extraordinary precision and passion, reconstructs the image of a city that became the stage of modernity. The German-language press, full of photographs and short narrative forms, becomes a mirror of the era, which not only recorded changes, but also gave them meaning. This is a must-read for all lovers of the history of Łódź and those who want to understand the modernization processes in Europe in the interwar period.

The Księży Młyn Dom Wydawniczy publishing house, known for its editorial and substantive quality, presents readers with a publication that will certainly satisfy the curiosity of even the most demanding recipients. Numerous, carefully selected and described photographs are an integral part of the book, enriching the narrative and allowing for a deeper understanding of the presented content. The press aesthetics of the era, with its characteristic graphic layouts and typography, has been faithfully reproduced, which further enhances the impression of authenticity and takes the reader back in time.

"Spaces of Modernity" is a book that will certainly interest historians, sociologists, and all those who want to learn more about the history of Łódź and understand the modernization processes taking place in Europe in the interwar period. It is a read that encourages reflection on the past and its impact on the present. Thanks to this publication, interwar Łódź appears as a space of modernity, and the German-language press as a mirror of the era, which not only recorded changes, but also gave them meaning.

Details of the edition:

Pages: 136

Format: 236x170 mm

Year of publication: 2025

Publisher: Księży Młyn Dom Wydawniczy