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“All cities are geological; you cannot take three steps without encountering ghosts bearing all the prestige of their legends. We move within a closed landscape whose landmarks constantly draw us toward the past. Certain shifting angles, certain receding perspectives, allow us to glimpse original conceptions of space, but this vision remains fragmentary. It must be sought in the magical locales of fairy tales and surrealist writings: castles, endless walls, little forgotten bars, mammoth caverns, casino mirrors.”

Quote by Ivan Chtcheglov

Work

Situationism: A Compendium

This book serves as a comprehensive reference to the theories and practices of the Situationist movement, which emerged in the 1950s and 1960s. It includes essays, manifestos, and other texts that explore the movement's critique of modern society and its advocacy for a new form of living that emphasizes the importance of the social context of everyday life. more

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Ivan Chtcheglov
Ivan Chtcheglov

Ivan Chtcheglov, born on January 16, 1933, was a renowned poet from Ukraine. His poetry is known for its unique style and profound内涵, which has had a significant impact on literary creation in the post-war era. more

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