Tarek Leitner | Moments of the Republic

A personal journey through the history of Austria

An old photo, a captured scene, a moment from times gone by: Often, it is images that tell us about history. But what happens when we look beyond the obvious, when we consider not just iconic photographs of major events? What stories lie hidden behind seemingly inconspicuous moments? In his new book, Tarek Leitner, one of Austria's most well-known and beloved television presenters, unfolds the history of the Second Republic in a completely new way. The starting point is unusual photographs taken behind the scenes of significant historical events, which often pose puzzles at first glance. Tarek Leitner deciphers these hidden stories behind the images, connects them with personal experiences, and provides a surprisingly multifaceted view of Austria from the post-war period to the present day – far beyond the usual historical milestones.

With his distinctive narrative style and a keen sense for detail, Leitner succeeds in making both the major turning points and the small, often overlooked details tangible. Allow yourself to be taken on a journey into a history that is much more than just history – it is part of our shared identity.

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