This rare book by Arthur Holicher, published in 1926, is an important monument to the literary avant-garde and cultural transformations of interwar Europe. In the collection of essays, the author examines the changed appearance of Paris and London, describing the destroyed traces of the Great War and the cultural transformations that these cities experienced. This work reflects the spirit of the era, the desire for new forms of perception of the world and a deep reflection on social and cultural decline. The book is decorated with a bright and characteristic for the avant-garde cover, made by the artist Veniamin Belkin. The whole design of the book, including the non-standard use of fonts and graphics, emphasizes the context of the work, emphasizing the absurdity and ambiguity of the surrounding reality. Rare: This book is considered an antique edition, available only in a limited number of libraries and collections. It has a high collection value for lovers of literature and avant-garde art. There are stamps of libraries