Golden Days shares insight into the cruise ship trips on the Baltic Sea, where the what-happens-in-Vegas-mentality is common practice. For 24 hours the passengers leave their everyday commitments and worries behind before returning back to the same harbour they departed from. With close portraits, crowded dance floors and dated interiors, Golden Days is not only a book about cruise trips, but also about longing, intimacy and the lack thereof.

“Whether it’s a relaxed break or a no holds barred party trip, Golden Days is delightful look at the regular routine of a Scandinavian cruise ship. Sjödin’s affectionate observations manage to capture the people, the activities and the ship itself, without parody or malice. Featuring screen printed covers, hand binding and an original print beautifully inserted into the folds of the cover, this lovingly crafted book is an absolute gem, and a real credit to both artist and publisher.”

-Robin Titchener