"The World in Guangzhou" is a fascinating book that delves into the rich history and evolution of the city of Guangzhou, located in southern China. To complement the book's content, I have designed two distinct covers for the two volumes of the book, each of which serves to highlight the city's architectural contrasts.

The first volume features a classic architectural photo that showcases the historical buildings of Guangzhou. The photo captures the essence of the city's traditional architecture, with its intricate details and elaborate designs. The use of classic architecture photo not only provides a visual contrast to the second volume but also represents the historical foundation of the city. The classic architecture photo on the cover of volume one emphasizes the city's deep-rooted culture and its rich history, thus serving as an apt representation of the book's contents.

In contrast to the classic architecture photo on volume one, the cover of volume two features a modern building photo that highlights Guangzhou's contemporary architecture. The photo showcases the city's rapid development and modernization, which has been taking place over the past few decades. The use of modern building photo on the cover of volume two symbolizes the city's progress and advancement, reflecting the current state of Guangzhou. This cover design creates a visual contrast with volume one, emphasizing the city's evolution over time.

The interior design of the two volumes of "The World in Guangzhou" also complements the cover designs. The layout of the book features elegant and modern typography that enhances the readability and aesthetic of the text. The use of black and white images throughout the book creates a cohesive and professional appearance, while also allowing for a clear presentation of the text.