The Naples Riviera (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Herbert M. Vaughan

 
9780484116381: The Naples Riviera (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the Naples Riviera: a clear, engaging guide to its coast, ruins, and living streets that brighten a classic Italian journey.

This edition surveys the region from the Bay of Gaeta to Salerno, pairing natural beauty with the vivid stories that have shaped these shores. It moves from the bustling city to iconic sites like Paestum, Capri, Sorrento, Amalfi, and the islands nearby, and it frames Naples as a gateway to a landscape where history and everyday life mingle.

  • Walk through ancient temples at Paestum and learn how their enduring Doric forms inspired artists and scholars.
  • Picture the sweeping views from Sant’Elmo and the sunset hues over the bay and surrounding mountains.
  • Relive centuries of history tied to Capri, Ischia, Procida, Amalfi, and the surrounding towns, with notes on the people and legends that linger along the coast.
  • Discover the Riviera’s power as a setting for art, architecture, and the changing face of a city—past and present.
Ideal for readers who want a grounded, vividly described introduction to the Naples coast, its ruins, and its living culture.

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