Fleeting Cities

Discover the captivating exploration of modernity in Fleeting Cities by Alexander C. T. Geppert, published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2010. This insightful paperback spans 406 pages and delves into the intricate world of imperial expositions held in iconic cities like London, Paris, and Berlin during the fin-de-siècle period.

Geppert conceptualizes these exhibitions as meta-media, providing a transnational and transdisciplinary perspective on how modernity was not only created but also displayed, consumed, and contested in European metropolises around 1900. This book is essential for anyone interested in the cultural and historical dynamics of urban life during a transformative era in Europe.

Join the dialogue about the role of cities in shaping modernity and gain a deeper understanding of the past with Fleeting Cities.