Sladek, Elisabeth
Massimo Listri. The World's Most Beautiful Libraries. 40th Ed. (40th Edition)
- ISBN 13:
- 9783836593816
- author:
- Sladek, Elisabeth
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Taschen GmbH
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 17 x 4.6 centimetres (1.1
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Photography, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Explore the world's most breathtaking libraries in this stunning photographic journey. From ancient Alexandria to the Morgan Library in New York, Massimo Listri takes us on a tour of the most remarkable institutions, where knowledge, learning, and imagination come alive. Through the doors of these magnificent libraries, Listri reveals their architectural, historical, and imaginative wonder. We see the majestic wooden doors, the spiraling staircases, and the exquisite corridors, each one a testament to the power of human creativity and ingenuity. Along the way, we catch glimpses of the libraries' most prized holdings, including ancient manuscripts, papyrus scrolls, and incunabula. Featured in this book are some of the world's most precious records of human thought and deed, including the Vatican Apostolic Library and the Trinity College Library, home to the Book of Kells and Book of Durrow. With meticulous descriptions accompanying each featured library, we gain a deeper understanding of their fascinating histories and the often turbulent, sometimes contentious pasts that have shaped them.
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