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Landscapes Of Communism: A History Through Buildings Owen Hatherley Books Ltd

Continental Europe of the 20th century witnessed the rise of communism, which restored architecture to its image. By transforming the urban planning of the old imperial past, it sought to influence...

Continental Europe of the 20th century witnessed the rise of communism, which restored architecture to its image. By transforming the urban planning of the old imperial past, it sought to influence everyday life. The impressive avenues, imposing skyscrapers, and extensive residential areas became indicative of a non-capitalist ideal. Today, despite the...

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Continental Europe of the 20th century witnessed the rise of communism, which restored architecture to its image. By transforming the urban planning of the old imperial past, it sought to influence everyday life. The impressive avenues, imposing skyscrapers, and extensive residential areas became indicative of a non-capitalist ideal. Today, despite the collapse of the regimes that built them, their buildings remain in cities such as Warsaw, Berlin, Moscow, and Kyiv, housing people whose lives were tested by the collapse of communism and the introduction of capitalism.

Landscapes of Communism is an intimate history of communist Europe in the 20th century, narrated through its buildings. It is also a book that explores power and its influence on cities. It includes a revealing journey of discovery, delving into the architecture of socialism. As we wander through the underground rail lines, cross the vast avenues, and stop at milk bars in micro-districts, who knows what we might discover?

Pages: 624, Dimensions: 13x13cm

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Publisher
Penguin
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Type
General History
Time Period
Neolithic Age
Language
English
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Soft
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ISBN-13
9780141975894

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Continental Europe of the 20th century witnessed the rise of communism, which restored architecture to its image. By transforming the urban planning of the old imperial past, it sought to influence everyday life. The impressive avenues, imposing skyscrapers, and extensive residential areas became indicative of a non-capitalist ideal. Today, despite the collapse of the regimes that built them, their buildings remain in cities such as Warsaw, Berlin, Moscow, and Kyiv, housing people whose lives were tested by the collapse of communism and the introduction of capitalism.

Landscapes of Communism is an intimate history of communist Europe in the 20th century, narrated through its buildings. It is also a book that explores power and its influence on cities. It includes a revealing journey of discovery, delving into the architecture of socialism. As we wander through the underground rail lines, cross the vast avenues, and stop at milk bars in micro-districts, who knows what we might discover?

Pages: 624, Dimensions: 13x13cm

Manufacturer

Publisher
Penguin
Skroutz Book Awards 2025
-
Type
General History
Time Period
Neolithic Age
Language
English
Subtitle
-
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
-
Release Date
-
Publication Date
-
Dimensions
-
ISBN-13
9780141975894

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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