Pearson, Joseph
Berlin (CityScopes)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781780237190
- author:
- Pearson, Joseph
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Reaktion Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 280
- Dimensions:
- 120 mm X 200 mm
- Genre:
- 19.81 x 11.94 x 1.78 centimetres, History, General, Travel,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Berlin, a city of contrasts, where a vibrant modern culture thrives amidst a troubled history. From its humble beginnings as a small settlement surrounded by bog to its current status as a crucial economic and political center of Europe, Berlin's story is one of transformation and resilience.
Over nine centuries, the city has been shaped by multiple regimes and regimes, leaving behind a rich tapestry of history, culture, and architecture. Joseph Pearson's comprehensive and concise history reveals the city's complex past, while also painting a portrait of its dynamic present.
Through the city's neighborhoods, Pearson peels back the layers of history, exposing the unique charge that gives Berlin its distinct character. A city of contradictions, where emptiness and provincialism coexist with late-night clubs and a thriving arts scene, Berlin is a place that defies easy categorization.
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