Zurich's Aussersihl quarter is one of the most dazzling districts and at the same time the innovation engine of the Swiss metropolis. A home for workers and immigrants, a red-light district, and a trendy area, Kreis 4 has shed its skin several times while remaining true to its identity. Notable figures like James Joyce, Max Frisch, and Robert Walser once lived there; now, some of the country's most important filmmakers have their studios here. The district is home to significant galleries and off-spaces, from the Museum Baviera to Esther Eppstein's Message Salon and Les Complices. New buildings by Max Dudler, actions by Dieter Meier, and contributions from several generations of women in music, art, and fashion have all shaped Aussersihl's cultural heritage. The blend of creative industries, underground clubs, illegal bars, and squatters has provided new impulses. The present book features essays, stories, and more.