Venice Observed
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Venice Observed
A penetrating work of reportage on Venice. "Searching observations and astonishing comprehension of the Venetian taste and character" (New York Herald Tribune).
Venice
This is the ebook version, specially revised and completely updated in 2013, of Venice: The Anthology Guide, Milton Grundy's perennially fresh classic travel guide to the city. It is based on the sixth edition, which had itself been updated, revised and reset in 2007. It is unlike any other guide, since it conducts visitors round Venice using the observations and opinions of famous writers and art historians to enlighten them. Among the people it quotes are Vasari, Ruskin, Berenson, Wittkower, Dickens, Henry James, A.J.C. Hare, Otto Demus, Ernst Gombrich, Michael Levey, Cecil Gould, Hugh Honour, James Morris and Alan Bennett. It includes thirty colour illustrations, twenty of them by Sarah Quill, the renowned photographer of Venice. The book divides Venice up into seven walks and four excursions, with eight clear maps, so that people can see the maximum number of sights they wish to in a limited time. Its coverage of Venice's rich store of paintings and sculpture is as full as that of its unique architecture. Most of the illustrations - Sarah Quill's photographs apart - are taken from old engravings and paintings, and, like the text, provide a fascinating historical perspective on the present-day versions of the scenes and buildings they represent. London Review of Books, on 6th edition, 2007: 'Milton Grundy's brilliant guide to the sights of Venice, newly published in an expanded sixth edition, is an anthology of some of the best and most illuminating writings about the city and its treasures, arranged around seven walks and three excursions. From Vasari to Alan Bennett, the chorus of voices from past and present provides a supremely cultured accompaniment for strolling around the monuments.' Geographical Magazine: '...[it] provides an opportunity to see the city as it was and is today. Using this guide, you can scour the waterways and be enlightened by well-known writers and art-historians on practically every aspect surrounding this architecturally and culturally rich city...a brilliant anthological guide to Venice, which informs the user of the best walks through [it].' Scotsman: 'Seeking out the gems of Venice's art history in its churches and scuole will require the services of a good guide-book...Venice is a good travelling companion, giving art-historical background and descriptions from a variety of learned visitors down the centuries.' Rivista, Journal of the British-Italian Society: '...[it deserves] the warmest of welcomes. Above all, if there is a member of the British-Italian Society who does not know Milton Grundy's book, he or she should immediately go out and buy a copy.'
Insight Guides Explore Venice (Travel Guide eBook)
Author: Insight Guides
language: en
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Release Date: 2019-01-01
Insight Explore Guides: pocket-sized books to inspire your on-foot exploration of top international destinations. Experience the best of Venice with this indispensably practical Insight Explore Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like St Mark's Square and the Rialto bridge, to discovering hidden gems, including the less-travelled and more authentic backwaters of Dorsoduro, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will help you plan your trip, save you time, and enhance your exploration of this unique city. - Practical, pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this will make the ideal on-the-move companion to your trip to Venice - Enjoy over 14 irresistible Best Routes to walk, from the Grand Canal to the outyling islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello - Features concise insider information about landscape, history, food and drink, and entertainment options - Discover your destination's must-see sights and hand-picked hidden gems - Directory section provides invaluable insight into top accommodation, restaurant and nightlife options by area, along with an overview of language, books and films - Inspirational colour photography throughout About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.