Venice and the Veneto - Hardcover

Durastanti, Sylvie

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0789201666 ISBN 13: 9780789201669

Publisher: Abbeville Press, 1998

Synopsis

The pictoral chapters in this book offer views of Venice, presenting such well-known features as the gondolas, the buildings rising from the Adriatic, the Piazza San Marco, sculptures, and, beyond, the architecture of the Veneto, with Palladian palaces, mountain lakes and the Dolomites.

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Review:

With its lovely waterways, stunning architecture, and spirited carnival, it's no wonder that Venice has enchanted visitors for centuries. In Venice and the Veneto, photographers Sonja Bullaty and Angelo Lomeo capture the allure of this unforgettable city in rich, full-color photographs that resemble fine paintings. Each of the nine chapters focuses on a different Venetian theme, including "A Watery Realm," in which breathtaking views of the city's waterways may be found, and "Piazza San Marco," "a compelling image whether the day is just dawning, already well advanced, or drawing to a close." Bullaty and Lomeo also turn their expert eyes to the beautiful region surrounding Venice, the Veneto, which "encompasses Palladian palaces, medieval villages, vineyards, and the Dolomite Mountains." Such splendid photographs, when coupled with the musings on Venice from distinguished writers, artists, and musicians sprinkled throughout the text, make "the ideal gift book for those who have experienced the magic of Venice and long to return, as well as those who look forward to exploring this magical city and discovering the Veneto."

About this edition

• Publisher: Abbeville Press
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0789201666
• ISBN 13: 9780789201669
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 180