Diners People and Places
Diners People and Places by Gerd Kittel, published by Thames and Hudson in 1990, offers an insightful exploration of the American diner, a unique establishment that has served solid, inexpensive food since its inception in 1872. This first edition, comprising 80 pages, captures the essence of diners that flourished in the 1920s and 1930s, particularly during the Great Depression, while also reflecting on their decline in the face of fast-food chains.
In this work, Kittel, a distinguished German photographer, presents a rich visual narrative that showcases both the architectural charm of diners and the interiors that have become home to loyal patrons. The book features a collection of photographs that highlight the nostalgic atmosphere of these eateries and the individuals who frequent them. With a focus on photography and photo essays, this edition includes new images that enhance the original collection, inviting readers to appreciate the cultural significance of diners in American society.
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The American diner was traditionally a miniature restaurant, originally a mobile one, providing solid, inexpensive food for the working man at virtually all hours of the day and night. From its humble origins in 1872, the diner reached its peak in the 1920s and 1930s and was particularly popular during the sad years of the Depression. In recent years, modest diners have been dying out, victims of the pervasive fast-food chains. Gerd Kittel, the distinguished German photographer, has scoured the American city and countryside for outstanding relics, and shows us not only a selection of architectural surprises and delights but also the interiors of these nostalgic eateries and the individuals who have become their faithful denizens. For this edition, Kittel returns to America and the diner, adding a selection of new photos to the collection.
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