Osijek: Zapis o duši

In the monograph Osijek: Zapis o duši (Osijek: A Record of the Soul), renowned writer Julijana Matanović and distinguished photographer Marin Topić have combined their talents to create a compelling cultural and visual document dedicated to the metropolis of Slavonia. Through refined literary sketches, essays, and personal recollections, Julijana Matanović dissects the city's spirit, revealing its hidden layers, intimate spaces, the scents of childhood, and its distinctive urban mentality. Her writing offers more than mere dry history or geography; it presents a warm, nostalgic exploration of what makes Osijek a unique place to live and belong. Meanwhile, Marin Topić’s artistic photographs perfectly complement the text, capturing the light, the architectural details of the Tvrđa, the banks of the Drava River, and the daily rhythm of the city streets. This book transcends the typical monograph by successfully immortalizing the city's "soul" through both image and word, making it essential reading for anyone who holds Osijek close to their heart, as well as for those wishing to truly get to know the city.