Goch, the picturesque town on the Lower Rhine, has undergone significant changes over the past decades. This historical picture book brings the old Goch back to life between 1900 and 1939. Approximately 200 mostly unpublished photographs and postcards invite the reader to take a stroll through the past of this former weaving town, with a particular focus on the 1930s. Numerous city views showcase not only significant buildings like the Stone Gate but also lesser-known locations, highlighting the changes in the urban landscape. Images of sports competitions, processions, and the harvest festival provide multifaceted insights into the lives of the people of Goch. The author does not overlook the political developments, documenting the increasing influence of National Socialism on everyday life. The historian Guido Blietz, a pro.