Imagine walking down a street where half the people you pass don't exist. You can see them, you can hear their cars, and you can smell their cooking—but to acknowledge them is the greatest crime you could commit. This is the reality of , a city that occupies the same geographical space as its neighbor, Besźel , in a state of "cross-hatching." A World Defined by Borders
Since you mentioned , I have written an article exploring the fascinating concepts behind Ul Qoma , the fictional cross-hatched city from China Miéville’s novel The City & The City . The Art of Unseeing: Life in the City of Ul Qoma Imagine walking down a street where half the
While the two cities may share roots, the pride in speaking the native tongue of Ul Qoma is a vital part of maintaining the city's separate identity. Why It Resonates Today The Art of Unseeing: Life in the City