Kill City: Lower East Side Squatters 1992-2000
by Ash Thayer
Kill City: Lower East Side Squatters 1992-2000 by Ash Thayer offers a compelling photographic chronicle of New York City's squatter scene. From makeshift homes in abandoned buildings to the bonds of communal living, the images evoke the grit and vitality of an era defined by resistance and creativity in urban spaces.
About This Book
Kill City documents the squatter communities of New York City's Lower East Side from 1992 to 2000. Photographer Ash Thayer immersed herself in this vibrant subculture, capturing daily life amid abandoned buildings turned homes.
The images portray the ingenuity and camaraderie of residents who transformed derelict spaces into thriving enclaves. This visual archive preserves a pivotal era of urban activism and alternative living.
Through black-and-white and color photographs, the book highlights the challenges and spirit of squatting in a rapidly changing cityscape. It serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of these communities.
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