Book - Hardcover - 200 pages - 2019 - 210x150mm

Book Kødbyen - a historical insight into Copenhagen's food culture

Book Kødbyen takes you on a fascinating journey through Copenhagen's iconic meat market. With 200 pages in a hardcover format, this 2019 publication offers an in-depth look at Kødbyen's transformation from an industrial hub to a cultural epicenter. Written by Ida Gundersen and beautifully illustrated with images and fold-out pages that reflect the area's characteristic blue and white tones.

Perfect for history enthusiasts, food lovers, and anyone who appreciates Copenhagen's architectural and cultural heritage.

Historical depth and architectural insight

The book meticulously documents Kødbyen's development from the beginning of Denmark's industrial meat adventure to the present day. You will gain insight into how the meat industry moved from the city center to Vesterbro, and how butchers, goulash barons, and architects collaborated to create Northern Europe's largest meat market. The protected functionalist buildings tell an important story about Danish food culture and urban development, which the book conveys through thorough research and an engaging narrative style.

Visual masterpiece with authentic aesthetics

The book's visual expression perfectly matches the subject with a simple and sharp aesthetic. The numerous illustrations and images enable the reader to appreciate the architectural significance of the white functionalist blocks that still characterize the district. The fold-out pages add an extra dimension to the narrative, showcasing details that would otherwise be overlooked. The hardcover binding ensures that this book can become a lasting memory in your collection.

From industrial center to cultural mecca

Follow the transformation from an area dominated by slaughterhouses and clogs to today's creative hub filled with tattoos and beards. The book describes how time caught up with Copenhagen's meat bastion and how the area reinvented itself as a cultural center. The national heritage status ensures that this unique part of the city's history is preserved for future generations, and the book provides you with the key to understand this evolution.

With Book Kødbyen, you get: - A thorough historical overview of one of Copenhagen's most distinctive neighborhoods - Beautiful visual documentation with illustrations and fold-out pages - A quality hardcover book that will last for many years

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FAQ

Who wrote the book?
The book is written by Ida Gundersen and published in 2019.

How many pages does the book have?
The book has 200 pages and comes in a hardcover format with illustrations and fold-out pages.

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